Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Zinc Air Batteries and Mercury
November 8, 2010
Do zinc air batteries contain mercury? Read More
Batteries Hearing Aids - Adults
Wireless Hearing Aids
November 8, 2010
What makes a hearing aid completely wireless? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Bluetooth-Enabled Stethoscopes
November 1, 2010
Are there any Bluetooth-enabled amplified stethoscopes available? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Assistive Devices
Head Angle During Static Position Test
October 25, 2010
During Dr. Barin's course, Getting the Most of ENG/VNG Testing, he discussed performing positional head tests at a 30 degree angle instead of in supine position. Why is this recommended? What is consi... Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Electrophysiology
Sonic Innovations' Endura: FAQs
October 18, 2010
I've heard that Endura is able to offer a lot of gain for a Super Power BTE. What are the specifications we're looking at? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children Pediatrics
Audiology PQRI and Physician Referral
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October 18, 2010
To bill for Medicare, audiologists must have a referral from a physician. Doesn't that mean that patients would be under the care of a physician prior to audiological testing (and therefore not eligib... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
ABR and Hyperacusis
October 11, 2010
Can you perform ABR on a patient with hyperacusis? If so, how? Is it necessary to sedate the patient? What happens to the patient's hearing if you sedate him and test ABR on 70 dB when he has his UCL... Read More
Electrophysiology
Bone Anchored Hearing System - Age for Candidacy
October 4, 2010
At what age can a bone anchored sound processor be used with children? Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices Hearing Aids - Children Medical and Surgical Pediatrics
Best Marketing Media for 50+ Age Group
October 4, 2010
What types of marketing media is best for smaller practices whose target market is the 50+ age group? Our practice utilizes newspaper and direct mail, and we usually get a good response. What other to... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Legislation Banning Mercury from Button Cell Batteries
September 27, 2010
A few of my patients have mentioned hearing about a ban on mercury in button cell batteries. Is it true that there's a ban, and are hearing aid batteries affected? Read More
Batteries Hearing Aids - Adults
Social Networking & My Audiology Practice
September 20, 2010
Is social networking effective for marketing my audiology practice? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
ABR and Masking
September 20, 2010
I have a few questions about ABR. I think it is unclear when to use masking when you are testing ABR. Are there any rules when you should use it, and how do you know how much masking to use? How does... Read More
Electrophysiology
What is a 'Tower' Website
September 13, 2010
What is a "Tower" Website, and how can this help raise awareness and generate leads for my private practice or clinic? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
PQRI - Staying Current
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September 13, 2010
How can audiologists stay updated about PQRI - i.e. how can we find out when new codes or measures are added? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Sonic Innovations Velocity: FAQs
August 30, 2010
Can I program my Velocity hearing instruments thru the HI-PRO box? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Current Candidates for a Bone Anchored Hearing Solution
August 30, 2010
Who are typical candidates for bone anchored systems, including the new Ponto system from Oticon Medical? Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices Hearing Aids - Adults Medical and Surgical
Tinnitus Maskers, Therapy, and Insurance Coverage
August 23, 2010
I realize tinnitus maskers and therapy are not routinely covered by insurance, but could you please tell me what CPT codes each could fall under? I work in an ENT setting. Thank You. Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Web Marketing my Audiology Practice
August 16, 2010
Are paid Internet searches or pay per click advertising worth the investment to help market my practice on the Web? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Cochlear Implants and Airport Security
August 16, 2010
Do my patients need to remove their cochlear implant sound processors when they go through security checks at airports? Read More
Cochlear Implants
When to Increase Prices for Hearing Aids or Services
August 9, 2010
How do you know when it's time to increase prices for hearing aids or services? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
