Definitions and Interpretations




1868 NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE, No. 79 8 JUNE 2011

(b) includes—

(i) FM systems:

(ii) bone anchored hearing aids:

(iii) hearing aid accessories; but

(c) excludes—

(i) cochlear implants:

(ii) devices that have microphones and amplification systems that are designed primarily for other uses, such as stereos and mobile phones:

(iii) consumable items (for example, batteries):

(iv) second-hand hearing aids

hearing aid accessories, in relation to a hearing aid, means equipment that has the purpose of enhancing the functionality of the hearing aid (but is not necessary for the operation or maintenance of the hearing aid) and that does not need to be replaced over time (for example, remotes, open fit tubes, speakers, and wireless devices)

hearing aid funding has the meaning set out in clause BC1

hearing aid services

(a) means services provided under the hearing aid subsidy scheme:

(b) services provided under the hearing aid funding scheme

Hearing Aid Services Manual

(a) means the Hearing Aid Services Manual issued by the Ministry of Health (as amended from time to time):

(b) includes any document issued in substitution for the Hearing Aid Services Manual

hearing aid subsidy has the meaning set out in clause BB2

hearing assessment includes the taking, interpretation, and recording of the results of an audiogram (and related testing)

hearing needs assessment

(a) means a comprehensive assessment of a person’s hearing function, communication needs, and rehabilitation options;

and

(b) includes recommending options for achieving the person’s hearing goals as agreed between the approved assessor and the person during the assessment process

Hz, which is the international measure of frequency, means Hertz where 1 Hertz equals 1 cycle per second



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