An application for the hearing aid assistance program may be submitted by a family member, legal guardian, individual over the age of 18, or an audiologist on behalf of a child requiring hearing aids. In addition to the application, the following documentation must also be submitted:

1. (1) An audiologist's assessment and diagnosis of progressive or permanent hearing loss which requires the use of hearing aids;
2. (2) An audiologist's recommendation regarding the most appropriate type of hearing aids for the applicant;
3. (3) An audiologist's estimated costs for the recommended hearing aids;
4. (4) Verification of family income. Accepted forms of verification include the three most recent pay stubs or statements or the most recent federal income tax returns; and

5. (5) Any other documentation as may be required by the department.

   The division will notify the applicant of the results of the eligibility determination within 30 calendar days of receipt of the completed application.

Source: 41 SDR 53, effective October 8, 2014.

General Authority: SDCL 28-9-44 , 49-31-56.1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-9-44 , 49-31-47.