Don’t Wait Until End of Year to Get Hearing Checked

The clock is ticking down on 2023, and though there are still a few weeks left on the calendar, if you’re considering having your hearing checked and possibly buying prescription hearing aids soon, you should schedule that appointment now. Why? Because typically, end-of-the-year appointments are hard to come by. Many individuals wait until the last minute to schedule a variety … Read More

5 Ways to Save on Hearing Aids Now

Goal No. 1 SAVE MONEY hand-lettered in notebook

Hearing aids are a significant investment in your health, and one that can be vitally important. But, actually paying for hearing aids can sometimes be more difficult.  So let’s take a look at some ways you can pay for hearing aids now, AND save money. Pay cash if you can. If you can’t, most audiology practices accept a variety of … Read More

Pros and Cons of Bundling vs. Unbundling — Which Pricing Model is Best?

Whether we realize it or not, almost every day we experience the concept of “bundled vs. unbundled” pricing. Here’s an example. If you buy a car loaded with all the options that not only includes the cost of the vehicle, but also includes oil changes and tire rotations for the first 50,000 miles, that’s an example of bundled pricing. You … Read More

Breakthrough Hearing Aid Technology for Today

new hearing aid technology

Want hearing aids that connect to your smartphone and have directional microphones? Or what about hearing aids that stream music, movies, and conversations directly to your ears?  Today’s hearing aid technology was only a dream a few years ago–now it’s reality. There are literally hearing aids to help almost every patient, no matter what your listening needs or budget. Here … Read More

Top Three Things to Consider When Shopping for Hearing Aids

What to consider when buying hearing aides

If you need hearing aids and have been shopping around, you know that the choices available can be overwhelming. But where do you turn to be certain you make the best choice? Here are the top three things we suggest you consider if you are in the market for hearing aids.  Professional Care Ninety percent of your success with hearing … Read More

Hearing Loss Associated with Higher Health Care Bills

patient bedside

Hearing loss affects 38 million Americans, a number that’s expected to double by 2060, with current aging population trends. An estimated one in three people in the U.S. between the ages of 65 and 74 currently has hearing loss, and two-thirds of adults age 70 years and older have a clinically significant hearing loss. Older Adults with Untreated Hearing Loss … Read More

Hearing Aid Buyers Beware

When it comes to hearing aids, the old adage applies: “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” At Associated Audiologists, we are aware that many advertisers use misleading strategies marketed as deals. Here are some common claims to watch out for:

Hearing aids are a smart investment in your health

There’s no argument that hearing aids can be a big budget item, but when compared to other consumer electronics, they are an important investment proven to impact job performance, quality of life and health. If you have hearing loss, they are something you should not live without. So let’s compare the expense of hearing aids to something most of us think we can’t … Read More