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Audiology Center

Audiology Center

Audiology Center    
                              
The Center for Audiological Services was established in 1971 as the Austine Hearing Center. The Center's goal is to provide quality, affordable audiological services to the general community in southeastern Vermont and to students at the Austine School for the Deaf.

The Center provides complete audiological evaluations for adults and children, hearing aid evaluation and repair and hearing aid dispensing and supplies. Highly-qualified staff sell and service many makes and models of hearing instruments, from the most basic analog hearing aids to the most advanced digital aids. All services are provided by ASHA (American Speech and Hearing Association) certified audiologists holding Vermont State hearing aid dispenser licenses.

The Assistive Technology Center at the Center for Audiological services was established in 1994 through a grant from the state of Vermont. The Assistive Technology Center provides people the opportunity to test and purchase assistive equipment. There is a demonstration area to view and test equipment which is presently available by appointment. All equipment sold includes a 30-day return policy.

For more information, please call (802) 254-3922 (v/tty.)

More information concerning hearing loss,
click on the website links below:

American Tinnitus Association - 800-634-8978 (voice)

Better Hearing Institute - 800-327-9355 (voice)

Hearing Loss Association of America - 301-657-2248 (voice)

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faq

Question: How much do hearing aids cost?
Answer:

Hearing aids generally fall into three categories:
Basic technology about $650 each
Mid-level Technology about $1250 each
Highest Level Technology about $2350 each

Question: How do I know which is the best hearing aid choice for me?
Answer: There is no perfect answer to this question. The first step is to get an accurate evaluation of your hearing and discuss your hearing difficulties and needs with the audiologist. Then recommendations can be made for the best solution for you. No two people experience hearing loss the same way. No two people experience hearing aid use the same way. It's important to understand that your experience will be unique and that a positive attitude goes a long way to improve success with hearing aids.
Question: What if that best solution does not work out for me?
Answer: Luckily, everyone gets a 45 day time period to evaluate the hearing aids in real life situations. This is called the "trial period". You will be seen for several check-up appointments at no additional cost during the trial time. If you decide that you are not satisfied with your first choice you can try something different. During the trial period, if you decide you are not ready to use amplification you can return the hearing aids for a refund of what you paid minus a $50 fitting fee plus any additional cost you might have spent for custom made earmolds.
Question: Does insurance pay for hearing devices?
Answer: In most cases, no. It is always best to contact your health insurance company directly and ask them about coverage under your particular policy. There are a few policies that offer partial reimbursement for hearing devices. Some Medicaid policies can be billed for basic hearing aid technology.

testimonials

Audiology client
I really would not try to change what works.  You have good people who give a damn about their clients and I believe do all they can to provide explanations, advice and expertise.
Audiology Client
The staff is excellent at making people feel comfortable and reassuring patients when it is unnecessary to worry.
Audiology Client
I think you do a great job in providing support and information as well as other services.
Audiology Client

This is a comment regarding rating our services from 1 to 10 (10 = excellent): 
I would say 10 for each and every visit.  The entire staff there goes above and beyond to help me when needed and keeping me informed, clarifying any info that I don't understand.

Audiology Client
The staff is so wonderfully concerned of their clients - that is what counts!
Audiology Client
We have been very pleased with the promptness of services and the cheery professionals!  Have been coming for 10+ years.
Audiology Client

I am extremely pleased with the work, attention & kind attitude of the personnel.