Title
Approval of Case #07-19 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, H R Analyst, 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 $3,800.00 or $2,999.96. He has submitted estimates from:
Costco Vida 8 ITE $2,999.96
Miracle Ear Center Binaural set of 5500 $3,800.00
The member is requesting hearing aids from Miracle Ear Center. In accordance with LEOFF policies and procedures, the member submitted quotes from 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