Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
The Relationship Between Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Tinnitus
February 1, 2010
What is the relationship between Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and tinnitus? Can it cause or accentuate tinnitus? And how can it be relieved? Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Medicare Billing with Au.D. Students
January 25, 2010
I am supervising a 4th year Au.D. student, but sometimes have to travel to different office locations. During these times, other audiologists in my office supervise the student. When the student perfo... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Directional Microphones, Head Angle, and Classroom Hearing Aid Use
January 25, 2010
How is benefit from directional microphones affected by the listener's head angle, and how does this relate to children using hearing aids with directional microphones in a classroom setting? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children Pediatrics
SCAN-C: Screening or Diagnostic Tool
January 18, 2010
We currently use the SCAN-C to screen children for APD disorders. We would like to offer our clients more than just results from a screening. I have heard conflicting information regarding the SCAN. S... Read More
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
iPhone Sound Level Meter Apps
January 11, 2010
What sound level meter applications for iPhone do you recommend? Read More
Hearing Conservation and NIHL
Scoring the SSW Using Number of Errors
December 21, 2009
Should the number of errors (NOE) scoring method be used for the SSW if a child's word discrimination score is depressed in one ear with normal hearing in both ears, or should the Traditional scor... Read More
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
Is Feedback Optimization Always Necessary?
December 21, 2009
When fitting open canal or Receiver-In-Canal (RIC) hearing aids, we see a large reduction in high frequency gain in comparison with other aids after running feedback optimization. This is seen even if... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Test-retest of Stored Equalization with Open Fittings
December 14, 2009
I've heard that test-retest reliability is a problem when you use stored equalization with open fittings. Can you comment on this? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
CPT Code for Tullio Procedures
December 7, 2009
What CPT code should be used when billing for a Tullio procedure? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Affordable Hearing Protection and Recommendations for My Son's Band
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November 23, 2009
My son is in high school and starting a band, and they don't have a lot of money to spend on expensive equipment. As an audiologist, I'm concerned for the band members' hearing. What options do they h... Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss Hearing Conservation and NIHL
The Effect of Snoring on ABR Threshold Reliability
November 16, 2009
When testing for thresholds using click and tone burst ABR, can a patient with loud strider or excessively loud snoring affect the accuracy of the threshold results? In other words, is it possible for... Read More
Electrophysiology
Treatment Options for Children with Low Frequency Hearing Loss
November 9, 2009
Can you please discuss some appropriate treatment options for children with low frequency hearing loss? We know that children with mild, minimal and unilateral hearing loss have a greater incidence of... Read More
Hearing Aids - Children Assistive Devices Pediatrics
Current Guidelines for Referring Patients for Cochlear Implants
November 9, 2009
I am an audiologist in private practice and have enough of a hard time keeping up with hearing aid technology, let alone cochlear implants. I don't see cochlear implant patients in my practice, bu... Read More
Cochlear Implants
When Your Patient's Grown Children are Pushing for Hearing Aids
November 2, 2009
How do you deal with patients who don't want hearing aids, but their adult children want you to fit them with hearing aids anyway? Read More
Aural Rehabilitation and Counseling - Adults Hearing Aids - Adults
Scoring the SSW in the Presence of Higher Order Disorders
November 2, 2009
How do you report SSW results from children with higher order disorders (autism, low IQ, etc.) - do you still compare test scores to the age-based norms? Read More
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
Who Are Candidates for Nonlinear Frequency Compression?
October 26, 2009
Who are candidates for nonlinear frequency compression? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children Pediatrics
Audiology Services for Musicians
October 26, 2009
I have been fitting ear protection to musicians in my practice, and would like to grow this part of my business. Any advice? Read More
Hearing Conservation and NIHL
What is the Effect of Venting on Directivity?
October 19, 2009
Can you review the effect of venting on directivity? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Dizziness and Thyroid Disorders
October 12, 2009
When would an audiologist suspect that a thyroid dysfunction is contributing to a dizziness complaint? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Medical and Surgical
Marketing a Hearing Care Practice on the Web - Search Listings
October 5, 2009
I've noticed some listing services (like Dex) often occupy all of the highest ranking spots in an online search. How can organic listings "cut through" those listings to rise above them? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
