1. Subsidy criteria: According to the Austrian Social Insurance Law, eligible cochlear implant surgery patients can receive a certain amount of subsidy for medical expenses. Specific subsidies may vary depending on the region and individual circumstances. Generally speaking, the subsidy for medical expenses covers the costs of surgery, rehabilitation and hearing assistive devices.
2. Application process: Patients applying for cochlear implant surgery need to consult with their local medical insurance organization about the relevant policies and application process. Generally speaking, you need to provide the doctor issued a certificate of surgery, hearing examination report, personal identification and other materials to apply for cochlear implant surgery subsidies.