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Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Amplification, Directionality and Localization
June 25, 2012
How do you achieve amplification and directionality without localization drawbacks? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Sonic's 'Simplicity in Everything We Do'
June 18, 2012
Sonic talks about "Simplicity" as part of their 4S Foundation, but what does this really mean to me as an audiologist and Sonic customer? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Bluetooth Compatible Stethoscope
June 18, 2012
Is there anything new available for medical professionals with hearing loss who need to use stethoscopes? It seems the only viable options are unappealing oversized headphones, uncomfortable adaptors,... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
Wireless Transmission Systems: Digital v. Analog
June 11, 2012
I am new to dispensing wireless transmission systems. What is the difference between analog versus digital sound transmission? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Assistive Devices
Using OAEs for Cochlear Mapping
June 11, 2012
Can you use OAE for cochlear mapping? And if so, can you explain the procedure? Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Adults Otoacoustic Emissions
Middle Ear Fluid and Caloric Responses
June 4, 2012
We have a patient with 30dBHL unilateral conductive loss RIGHT ear (type B tympanogram) and a 67% Caloric weakness on the RIGHT. We know that otitis media and other middle ear abnormalities limit the... Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Electrophysiology Medical and Surgical
CPT Code for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Testing
May 28, 2012
What code should be used for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction testing? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Hearing Aid Finetuning: Adjusting Expansion
May 21, 2012
How do you use "expansion" when fitting? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Sonic's Speech Understanding in Noise
May 14, 2012
Sonic talks about "Speech understanding in noise" as part of their 4S Foundation. What does this really mean in terms of hearing instrument technology? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Evidence for Tinnitus Treatments
May 14, 2012
New products claiming to treat tinnitus always seem to be appearing on the market, yet peer-reviewed research and clinical trials can take years to complete. Evidence-based practice is very important... Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Billing Codes for Hearing Protection Devices
May 7, 2012
Is there a CPT code or insurance code for hearing protection devices such as Magnum Ear for hunters? The Magnum Ear does provide some amplification but that is not its primary purpose. Read More
Hearing Conservation and NIHL Practice Management and Professional Issues
Wireless is More?
April 30, 2012
I have very sophisticated hearing aids that are supposed to take care of noise and wind and loud sounds. Why do I need a wireless accessory on top of that? Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
Getting Testimonials from Patients
April 30, 2012
I would like to learn how to get testimonials from people. I haven't been successful in getting good ones. I've had patients tell me how much they appreciate our service, why they chose us over anothe... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Practice Management and Professional Issues
Sonic's Sound that's Natural
April 23, 2012
Sonic talks about "Sound that's natural" as part of their 4S Foundation. What does this really mean in terms of hearing instrument technology? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Compression v. Expansion
April 23, 2012
What's the difference between "compression" and "expansion" in hearing aids? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Wireless Transmission Systems: Increasing Patient Uptake
April 16, 2012
Question: When my patients purchase premium hearing aid technology with noise reduction and the latest directional microphone systems, I have trouble counseling them that further assistance, such as t... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Assistive Devices
Treatment for Tinnitus with Hyperacusis
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April 16, 2012
I have a patient with tinnitus and hyperacusis. Is the Neuromonics Tinnitus Treatment an option for my patient? Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Why is the Y-axis on Tympanograms Measured in Terms of Compliance?
April 9, 2012
I have scoured the literature and cannot seem to find an answer to this question: If tympanometry measures the amount of dB SPL bouncing off the TM as a function of air pressure, then why isn't the Y-... Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Adults
Reimbursement for Anesthesia Fees for Sedated ABR Testing
April 9, 2012
I am a pediatric audiologist working in a ENT physician's office. We were looking to expand our services to include sedated ABR testing performed in an ambulatory surgery center. We were informed by t... Read More
Electrophysiology Practice Management and Professional Issues Hearing Evaluation - Children Pediatrics
CPT Code for RIC Hearing Aids
April 2, 2012
What is the most recent CPT code for a RIC Hearing Aid? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
