Your First Appointment
If you have never had a hearing appointment before, it is normal to have questions. You may be wondering what happens at a hearing appointment, how long it takes, whether it is uncomfortable, or what comes next if hearing loss is found.
At HearUSA, your appointment is designed to be easy, informative, and personalized. Our hearing care professionals take the time to understand your concerns, evaluate your hearing, explain your results, and guide you toward the right next steps for your lifestyle and needs.
Prepare for Your Visit
How to Prepare for Your Hearing Appointment
Your questions
This is your time to ask your Hearing Care Professional anything you'd like to know. Put together a list of your questions and bring them along.
Bring someone special
Having someone by your side to help support you can make all the difference. They will be able to pitch in and discuss all the information you get at your appointment.
I.D. insurance information
Make sure to bring identification and your insurance card. This way, we can confirm your identity and your insurance coverage.
Explore hearing solutions
It could be helpful for you to explore our hearing solutions before your appointment as an inspiration on what hearing aid models and types may best suit you and your lifestyle.
Medical history and medication
Both medical history and information on any medication you're currently taking can help narrow down possible hearing loss causes.
Online hearing screening results
If you have taken our online hearing screening, bring the results with you.
List your hearing challenges
It would help if you prepare a list of examples of your hearing challenges, like struggling to hear in noisy environments or on the golf course. You could also ask your family or friends whether they have examples of situations where they experience your hearing challenges.
Completing forms
We will ask you to complete forms either online beforehand or when you arrive. If you need assistance with this, we are happy to help you.
Documents for Your Appointment
Prepare for Your Appointment
To help make your visit easier and more efficient, we've provided helpful documents that you can download, print, and complete ahead of your appointment.
Simply click on the document you need, fill it out at your convenience, and bring the completed form with you to your hearing appointment. This helps us serve you faster and ensures we have all the information needed to provide the best care possible.
Hearing Health Profile - New Client
Hearing Health Profile - Existing Client
HIPAA Form
Companion Communication Questionnaire
Documentos en Español
Prepárese Para Su Cita de Audiencia
Perfil de la Salud Auditiva
HIPAA Form - Spanish
Cuestionario de comunicación para el acompañante
What to Expect at Your Appointment
What Happens at an Audiology Appointment?
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Evaluation of hearing health history
First, we’ll review your medical history including any medications you currently take, and discuss if you have any ear-related symptoms or hearing concerns. - 2.
Physical exam
Then, we’ll conduct a physical exam of your ears including looking in your ears with an otoscope. - 3.
Validate results
These non-invasive tests will show the level at which you hear tones and speech, providing valuable information about your hearing. - 4.
Offering solutions
Your Hearing Care Professional will discuss the test results with you and provide a solution. - 5.
Try on and start new
Try on a pair of hearing aids and experience the sound of better hearing.
Analyzing Your Hearing Screening
Hearing Screening Results
Your Hearing Care Professional will graph your hearing on an audiogram to determine your type and degree of hearing loss.
They will then go over the findings with you by explaining what sounds you may or may not be able to hear which often correlates to the hearing challenges you shared prior to the appointment.
From there, if a hearing loss is found, your Hearing Care Professional may recommend hearing aids. You may even take a pair home with you that day for a trial.
What if I Need Hearing Aids?
Next Steps If You Need Hearing Aids
If your results show hearing loss, your hearing care professional may recommend hearing aids based on your hearing profile, lifestyle, preferences, and budget. During this conversation, they may discuss which hearing aid styles could suit you best, what features may support your daily life, and what options are available for comfort, fit, and discretion.
They may also review insurance and financing information, as well as whether you may be able to try hearing aids. The right recommendation is personal. Some people prefer the most discreet option possible, while others prioritize rechargeable batteries, easier speech understanding in noise, or simple controls.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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