Why Do My Hearing Aids Whistle or Squeal? For those who wear hearing aids, probably one of the most annoying problems is when they whistle or “squeal.” After all, that high-pitched sound isn’t just heard by you, but can be heard by others who are near. So, what causes your hearing aids to whistle or “squeal,” and what can you … Read More
Types and Styles of Hearing Aids
With the addition of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids to the market, choices have become even more confusing for consumers. In this blog post, we’ll address the differences between prescription and over-the-counter hearing aids, and the types of hearing aids now available. Over-the-Counter or Prescription Hearing Aids? OTC hearing aids were recently approved by the FDA. Think of OTC hearing aids … Read More
Over-the-Counter or Prescription Hearing Aids?
Choosing Between OTC and Prescription Hearing Aids With the recent entry into the marketplace of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, many consumers are asking themselves, “Which do I need? Over-the-counter or prescription hearing aids?” Probably the best place to start in answering that question is with a comprehensive hearing evaluation performed by a doctoral-level audiologist. A hearing evaluation isn’t required in … Read More
Do You Have Insurance to Help Pay for Hearing Aids?
Understanding Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids Health insurance and hearing aids are complicated topics, and just because you have medical insurance doesn’t mean you have a benefit that helps pay for hearing aids. Some insurance companies cover the cost of prescription hearing aids, some provide a limited benefit, and some provide none. It’s always best to check your benefits with … Read More
Get Connected with Bluetooth-Enabled Hearing Aids
Benefits of Bluetooth Technology in Modern Hearing Aids Like any device that relies on digital processing technology, prescription hearing aids have become packed with features that can improve your hearing by leaps and bounds. One of those technological advances is Bluetooth connectivity. If your prescription hearing aids are equipped with Bluetooth, you can connect to your cell phone to make … Read More
Dispelling 4 Common Misconceptions People Have About Hearing Aids
Clearing Up Myths About Modern Hearing Aids The topic of hearing loss can be a difficult one to broach, especially with those close to you. Many people don’t want to believe they have a hearing loss at all, while others acknowledge that they can’t hear as well as they used to, but they don’t understand how hearing aids work, and … Read More
Time is Running Out to Use Your Health Insurance Benefits
Maximize Your Health Benefits Before They Expire According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, only around 25% of adults in the United States who need hearing aids have them. The foundation adds that while most private insurance plans pay for a hearing test, they don’t typically help with the cost of hearing aids. The few plans that do may only provide … Read More
Why You Need Your Hearing Aids in the Hospital
The Importance of Hearing Aids During a Hospital Stay If you’ve ever been hospitalized and wear hearing aids, you know that having a hearing loss can present a special challenge. While some might advise you to leave your hearing aids at home so you don’t lose them, it’s important you have your hearing aids with you and wear them whenever … Read More
Using Hearing Aids to Treat Tinnitus
Managing Tinnitus Symptoms with Hearing Aids It’s summer and if you’re hearing crickets but they’re not in your back yard, you might have tinnitus. Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound source is present. Tinnitus can take on any number of characteristics and is usually a sound that only you can hear. You can experience tinnitus that … Read More
Five Must-Have Features in Hearing Aids
Top Features to Look for in Today’s Hearing Aids Today’s medical devices are constantly evolving thanks to advances in technology, and hearing aids are no different. A hearing aid purchased a decade ago may have been the latest at the time, but if you’re still using that hearing aid, you are likely missing out on some of the latest advances … Read More
