Altered Auditory Feedback Devices
Specialized devices that modify sound feedback to help people with speech or hearing conditions such as stuttering
Are altered auditory feedback devices CRA eligible in Canada?
Yes. Altered auditory feedback devices are eligible medical expenses under the CRA's Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC). A prescription from a medical practitioner is required. Because they are METC eligible, they can also be reimbursed through an HSA or PHSP.
What Qualifies
- Delayed auditory feedback (DAF) devices and frequency-shifted auditory feedback devices prescribed for speech conditions such as stuttering
- Devices that modify how a person hears their own voice in order to treat or manage a speech or hearing condition
- Purchase price of the device, with a valid prescription
- Rental charges for an altered auditory feedback device
- Operating costs: electricity or batteries to operate the device, repairs, replacement parts, maintenance, warranty contracts, and supplies (per Folio S1-F1-C1, paragraph 1.74)
Frequently Asked Questions
Are altered auditory feedback devices CRA eligible?
Yes. The CRA lists altered auditory feedback devices as eligible medical expenses. A prescription from a medical practitioner is required.
Can I claim an altered auditory feedback device through my HSA?
Yes. If the expense is METC eligible and you have a valid prescription, it can be reimbursed through your HSA.
Source
Based on the CRA's official eligible medical expenses list and Income Tax Folio S1-F1-C1, "Artificial limbs, aids and other devices and equipment".
This information is sourced from the Canada Revenue Agency's official Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC) reference guide (lines 33099 and 33199). This is not tax advice. For the most current rulings, consult the CRA directly or speak with a qualified tax professional.
Based on CRA data last updated 2026-01-20. Page last reviewed 2026-03-20.