Rep. Kaptur Cosponsors Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act
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"Millions of Americans suffer from hearing loss and as part of the commitment to Medicare,
More about the bill:
Hearing loss affects nearly 48 million Americans and, left untreated, has serious emotional, social and medical consequences for older adults. Research has shown older adults with hearing loss are 32 percent more likely to require hospitalization, face a 24 percent increased risk for cognitive impairment and increasingly suffer from isolation and depression.
The bill also directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study on insurance programs that provide services to help with hearing loss.
The Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act is cosponsored by Reps.
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