Table 2 Breakdown of the direct medical cost incurred at the MHC for 5 years
From: Cost-utility analysis of hearing aid device for older adults in the community: a delayed start study
Cost Type | Description | Estimated Cost (SGD) | Frequency | Subtotal (SGD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Consultation | HA evaluation | 99.50 | Once in 5 years | 99.50 |
HA fitting | 75.00 | Once in 5 years | 75.00 | |
HA follow-up (non-subsidised) | 50.00 | Twice for first year; once for subsequent years | 300.00 | |
Rehabilitationa (optional) | 62.00 | 5 sessions | 0 | |
Hearing test | 33.00 | Once in 5 years | 165.00 | |
Consultation (non-subsidised) | 100 | Once in 5 years | 100.00 | |
Device cost | HA device | 3000.00 | Once in 5 years | 3000.00 |
HA maintenance and repair | 200.00 | Twice in 5 years | 400.00 | |
HA consumables (batteries/drying capsules etc.) | 134.00 | Once per year | 670.00 | |
Total | Â | Â | Â | 4809.50 |