Title
Approval of Case #04-19 Hearing Aid Request
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve payment for hearing aids for LEOFF 1 member and if approved, for what amount.
Staff Contact:
Debbi Hufana, Benefits Specialist, General Government, Human Resources, 360.753.8149
Background:
The board must decide whether or not to approve the request for hearing aids in the amount of $3,726.27 or $2,499.98. He has submitted estimates from:
Costco Resound RIC $2,499.98
Avada Hearing Center V5261 Oticon Opn 1 miniRite $3,726.27
The member is requesting hearing aids from Avada. In accordance with LEOFF2 policies and procedures, the member submitted quotes for at least two licensed audiologists. The hearing aids include a three year warranty. The member has not requested hearing aids in the last three years.
Attachments:
Application for payment of services, current hearing test, and estimates are attached.
Reference:
LEOFF Disability Board Policies and Procedures (2018) F. Hearing Aids