Tinnitus Retraining Therapy Fees
The encouraging news is that tinnitus is often manageable with Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT). TRT uses carefully controlled sound delivered via hearing devices to help reduce sound sensitivity and support the auditory system. Some patients also notice improved clarity of hearing as the brain’s sound processing becomes less distorted.
Fees and Medicare rebate
We recommend your GP provides a chronic care plan which will provide a Medicare rebate of approximately $61.80 per session. Because TRT involves the use of hearing devices, Medicare does not cover the full cost. The fees are:
Initial TRT appointment: $250 (includes device loan for 1–2 weeks)
Follow-up appointments: $150 each
After one month, if you wish to continue, there is an optional 3-month treatment program ($2,200) which includes device hire, tinnitus retraining therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy if required. These follow ups can be done via telehealth and after hours so it is more convenient.
If choose to purchase devices rather than hire them, it works out more affordable over 12 months as it includes a year of appointments and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; pricing depends on the technology selected
Success rates:
Most patients reach habituation to their bothersome tinnitus in 12–18 months. TRT causes noticeable improvements in 74–84% of patients with any type of tinnitus, according to definite outcome measures. The first improvement appears 3 months after starting TRT and increases 6 months after starting TRT (1). A review of the success of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for tinnitus treatment found that 3 months of therapy led to 68% success rate which increased to 80% after 9 months (2), which is why I combone both methods.
Summary:
While the journey with tinnitus can feel overwhelming, it is important to remember that there is genuine hope. Tinnitus does not have to dominate your life; it is a manageable condition, and most people find significant relief once they have the right tools in place. Because every person’s experience is unique, we focus on finding the specific strategy that works for you—whether that is sound therapy, cognitive support, or a combination of both. You don’t have to do this alone, and with patience and the right plan, a quieter, more comfortable future is well within reach.
References:
(1) Molini E, Faralli M, Calenti C, Ricci G, Longari F, Frenguelli A. Personal experience with tinnitus retraining therapy. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2010 Jan;267(1):51-6. doi: 10.1007/s00405-009-1015-7. PMID: 19543742.
(2) Aazh H. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Managing Tinnitus, Hyperacusis, and Misophonia: The 2025 Tonndorf Lecture. Brain Sci. 2025 May 19;15(5):526. doi: 10.3390/brainsci15050526. PMID: 40426697; PMCID: PMC12109689.
