Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Implant for Tinnitus?
October 13, 2003
I have heard that there is an implant which will effectively mask or eliminate the constant ringing of tinnitus. I have had this condition for 38 years. It would be nice to have some silence, finally.... Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
SeboTek PAC (Post Auricular Canal) Hearing Aid
October 6, 2003
I recently read about the Sebotek ''PAC'' and I realize that's not meant to mean Political Action Committee! Please tell me exactly what a PAC is, and if possible, can you attach a photo? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Phonemic Regression
September 29, 2003
As a geriatrician I've noticed that some of my hearing impaired patients can still hear reasonably well for about a half-hour after removing their hearing aids. How is this possible? --- Dr. K.O. Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss Hearing Aids - Adults
Turn Around Time for Hearing Aid Loans?
September 22, 2003
What is the real ''turn around'' time for approving patients for hearing aid financing? In particular, I am referring to how long would it take if I were to try to accomplish this while the patient is... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Practice Management and Professional Issues
CPT 92558 and 92559
September 15, 2003
We are being told by our billing service that as of March 2003, Medicare no longer reimburses for 92558 or 92559. Have others found this to be true? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
ABR artifact in the OR
September 8, 2003
I have recently had two cases (pediatric cases)where there has been a wave I or Wave I and III but no wave V. That is unless you count the huge wave that is between 8.5 and 11.5 msec. Could this recor... Read More
Electrophysiology
Hearing protection and hearing aids
August 25, 2003
I have a patient who wears CIC hearing aids. He works in a loud environment and needs to hear when someone is talking to him. He currently wears earmuffs, but can't wear his hearing aids since they fe... Read More
Hearing Conservation and NIHL Hearing Aids - Adults
Coding for Vertical Electrodes
August 11, 2003
Our hospital audit committee has received a statement from the AMA stating that the PT code 92547 may not be used for vertical recordings when VNG (goggles) are utilized instead of electrodes. We have... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders
Chronic candidiasis (yeast infection) in the ears
August 4, 2003
For many years I've suffered from yeast infections in my ears. No matter what my doctor does, including antibiotics and other eardrops - it still itches. It also interferes with wearing a hearing aid... Read More
Medical and Surgical Infection Control
Medicare Referral Specifics
July 28, 2003
Medicare stipulates that a physician's referral is required for audiologic testing in order for payment to be made to audiologist. What does that ''referral'' need to say? Can the... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Halmaygi Head Thrust Test
July 21, 2003
What is the head thrust? Is it the same as head shake? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders
Hearing Aids EXCLUDED from coverage
July 14, 2003
Which hearing aids cannot be covered by ESCO's extended coverage plans? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Productivity Stats
July 7, 2003
How do you determine an audiologist's productivity? Should you use time based units and how much time should be assigned to each task? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
APD and Dyslexia
June 30, 2003
My son was just recently tested for APD. He will be 7 in May so his age for the test was 6.5. My question does a child with APD also have Dyslexia? He has had a history of cronic ear infection since h... Read More
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
Weight loss/gain and hearing aid fit
June 23, 2003
Does weight loss/gain cause the ear to change so much that the hearing aid will not fit properly? (Am only talking about a kilo or 2 of weight loss/gain. Have been told by an audiologist that the ear... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Earmolds and Ear Impressions
Dry aid kits and hearing aid batteries
June 16, 2003
Can I put my hearing aid in the dry aid kit with the battery inside? Read More
Batteries Hearing Aids - Adults
CPT coding for OAE testing
June 9, 2003
I work at an ENT clinic and we see adults as well as children (not newborns). Is 92588 the appropriate code to use for billing (for OAE testing) for both groups of patients? If not, what would the app... Read More
Otoacoustic Emissions Practice Management and Professional Issues
Selling Extended Coverage
June 2, 2003
What is the best time to speak with patients about extended coverage plans? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Extending Hearing Aid Battery Life
May 26, 2003
What can I do to make my hearing aid battery last as long as possible? Read More
Batteries
Cell Phones and Hearing Aids
May 19, 2003
Do you have any recommendations for the best cell phones for use with hearing aids? Is this different for every style of hearing aid (i.e. BTE, ITE, ITC, CIC)? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Assistive Devices
