Your New Hearing Benefit:
Comprehensive Care at No Cost
What’s Included in Your Hearing Benefit
Beginning January 1, 2026, TEHW members and eligible dependents will have access to a fully covered, high‑quality hearing benefit designed to support long‑term hearing health. Your coverage includes:
- Full coverage for professional hearing exams
- Access to state‑of‑the‑art hearing aid models, styles, and technologies
- One fully covered pair of hearing aids every 36 months
Expert Support Through Birdsong Hearing Benefits
Birdsong brings expert hearing benefit management and white‑glove service to TEHW members through a nationwide network of more than 6,500 provider locations. Members receive personalized support through a dedicated phone line and an easy‑to‑use online portal, making high‑quality hearing care more accessible than ever.
Added Value at No Extra Cost
Your hearing benefit goes beyond basic coverage, offering valuable extras that make hearing care simple, predictable, and affordable:
Advanced Hearing Devices
- Six levels of advanced digital hearing aids to choose from
- A 60-day risk-free trial with no return fees
Battery Coverage
- Year 1: Up to 48 batteries covered
- Years 2 & 3: 38 batteries per year, automatically mailed to your home
Protection & Support
- Three-year repair warranty
- Three-year loss and damage coverage (one‑time replacement)
- 36 months of follow-up care, including maintenance, adjustments, and fittings — all fully covered
Getting Started Is Easy
Accessing your new hearing benefit is a simple, guided process:
- Call Birdsong Hearing Benefits at 1-866-252-4621
- Identify yourself as a TEHW member and provide the primary member’s date of birth and ZIP code
- A Birdsong representative will answer your questions and schedule an appointment with a nearby in‑network provider
- Birdsong’s care navigation team will support you throughout your hearing health journey
We encourage all members to explore this exciting new benefit and take a proactive step toward better hearing. Improved hearing can strengthen relationships, enhance communication, and support overall well‑being.
For more information, contact Birdsong Hearing Benefits at 1-866-252-4621.