Cochlear North America

Hear Now. And Always

For almost 40 years Cochlear has been bringing people all over the globe into a world of sound. Today, Cochlear is the leading global expert in implantable hearing solutions for both children and adults, providing more than 600,000 implantable devices to people across more than 180 countries.

Our global team consists of over 3,000 passionate experts who are transforming the way people understand and treat hearing loss. With a range of solutions for different types of hearing loss, Cochlear maintains the industry’s largest investment in R&D. To improve our products and services we work in collaboration with over 100 research partners based in 20 countries.

“Hear now. And Always” embodies our commitment to providing life-time support.

Nucleus® 8 Nexa® Sound Processor
Kanso® 3 Nexa® Sound Processor
Baha® 7 Sound Processor
Osia® 2 Sound Processor

Continuing Education

Cochlear Care Consensus: Expert Guided Care Recommendations

Presented by Rene Gifford, PhD, Terry Zwolan, PhD, Weston Adkins, AuD

Course: #41812Level: Intermediate1 Hour

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This course will provide an overview of why and how the Cochlear Care Consensus was developed. It will provide insight into the high priority consensus recommendations and the benefits of following them. The course will conclude by recommending attendance at a follow-up event exploring in depth clinical applications of the consensus recommendations.

Most Common Cancellation Reasons and How to Address Them

Presented by Stephanie Noeller, AuD, CCC-A

Course: #41981Level: Intermediate0.5 Hours

88 Reviews

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This webinar gives audiologists clear, practical strategies for managing the increasingly complex process of securing reimbursement for replacement sound processors. It breaks down the most common reasons claims are denied - such as insufficient medical‑necessity documentation, timing issues, and quantity limits - and shows how to address each one effectively.

Introducing the Baha 7 Sound Processor

Presented by Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA, Jonathan Hirst, AuD, CCC-A

Course: #41774Level: Introductory1 Hour

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The purpose of this program is to provide information and resources related to the Baha® 7 sound processor. This course serves as an introduction to the new sound processor system and next-generation wireless accessories.

Keeping Recipients Connected: Clinical Considerations for Replacement Sound Processors

Presented by Sara Neumann, AuD

Mon, Jun 22, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT

Course: #42178Level: Intermediate0.5 Hours

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This online webinar, presented by Sara Neumann from Hearts for Hearing, explores how their organization effectively manages a large base of recipients while maintaining high-quality care. Participants will learn practical practice-management strategies for preparing both clinicians and patients for a smooth and successful upgrade process.

Introduction to the Nucleus Nexa Cochlear Implant System

Presented by Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA, Jay Patterson

Course: #41773Level: Introductory1 Hour

137 Reviews

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Recent approval of the Cochlear™ Nucleus® Nexa™ System brings the world’s first and only smart cochlear implant system to patients who no longer benefit from traditional hearing aids. The purpose of this webinar is to introduce the features and benefits of this system so that audiologists can treat and counsel patients appropriately.

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Videos

Cochlear™ Nucleus® 8 Sound Processor - What's new in hearing performance technology?

June 1, 2023

#cochlearimplant #nucleus8 #nucleus8soundprocessor #nucleus8 #nucleus8soundprocessor #cochlearimplant Whether your patient received their hearing solution yesterday or many years ago, Cochlear is cont...

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Connecting People to Hearing Care

August 1, 2022

Cochlear is committed to the development of solutions that help make hearing care more patient-centered, accessible and streamlined. Cochlear’s Connected Care technologies is transforming how p...

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TECH Talk – Dr. Papsin – Early Cochlear™ Osia® System experience

November 9, 2020

Dr. Blake Papsin, discusses his initial experience with Cochlear™ Osia® System. Having early access to the Osia System as part of the global clinical trial, Dr. Papsin discusses how the Osia...

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News

Cochlear Launches World's First and Only Smart Cochlear Implant System
July 8, 2025 Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH), the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, today announced the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of the Cochlear™ Nucleus® Nexa™ System – the world's first and only smart cochlear implant system.

Cochlear introduces the Baha® 7 Sound Processor and Baha SoundBand™
June 2, 2025 NEW Baha® 7 Sound Processor: First in bone conduction to enable Bluetooth® LE Audio* and Auracast™ broadcast audio streaming capabilitiesNEW Baha SoundBand™: Improved look and fitting options over current Baha Softb

Cochlear and GN Expand R&D Partnership for Integrated Hearing Solutions
March 27, 2025 Cochlear and GN, the innovation leaders in hearing technology, have expanded their research and development (R&D) partnership within the Smart Hearing Alliance, originally established in 2015.

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Foundations of Baha Implants: Candidacy
August 5, 2019 Mary Beth O'Sullivan, MS, CCC-A This foundational-level course is designed for audiologists who are new to working with Baha systems. After attending this course, participants will be able to determine if someone is a candidate for Baha systems, including the Baha Connect and Baha Attract Systems. Topics will include testing for candidacy, counseling potential candidates and demonstrating Baha systems. This course is designed as part of the overall “Foundations of Baha Implants” series.

Trends in Bone Conduction: Considerations for Treating Both Ears
June 24, 2019 George Cire, AuD, CCC-A While more and more patients with mixed and conductive hearing loss are being treated with Baha solutions, bilateral fittings remain rare. This presentation will review the candidacy criteria for bilateral fittings and discuss the potential benefits of bilateral fittings for patients who are appropriate candidates; we will also review features in Baha fitting software which support bilateral fittings.

Classroom + Learning Series: Nucleus Technology in the Classroom
October 29, 2018 Amy Donaldson, AuD, CCC-A Educational audiologists are asked to work with a wide range of technologies in the classroom, and technology for children with cochlear implants is changing fast. This course will review current Nucleus technology, discuss the selection and fitting of remote microphone technology for children with cochlear implants, and hear about the unique connectivity available for today’s Nucleus recipients.

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Introducing the Baha® 7 Sound Processor - Powerfully Small, Better Connected
April 16, 2026 Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA Introducing the Baha® 7 Sound Processor - Powerfully Small, Better Connected

How can the Beyond the Decibels podcast support today’s hearing care professional?
April 1, 2026 How can the Beyond the Decibels podcast support today’s hearing care professional?

Meet the Nucleus® Nexa® System - The World’s First Smart Cochlear Implant
March 19, 2026 Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA Meet the Nucleus® Nexa® System - The World’s First Smart Cochlear Implant

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Interviews

Introducing the Cochlear Care Consensus: Q&A with René Gifford, Ph.D.
May 1, 2026 Rene Gifford, PhD Introducing the Cochlear Care Consensus: Q&A with René Gifford, Ph.D.

Q&A with Dr. Jill Firszt: Pioneering Research in Single-Sided Deafness and Cochlear Implants
April 27, 2026 Q&A with Dr. Jill Firszt: Pioneering Research in Single-Sided Deafness and Cochlear Implants

Managing Growing Patient Caseloads and Integrating New Clinical Efficiencies
May 15, 2023 Ginger Stickney, PhD This interview delves into the impact of Cochlear's Recipient Solutions Managers (RSM) Program on clinical processes. Read on to see how these relationships can bolster clinic efficiency and caseload management and further increase your recipients’ confidence with their new devices and to achieve hearing goals.

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Resources

Cochlear Reimbursement Hub

The Cochlear Reimbursement Hub is designed to assist healthcare professionals and facilities with access to tools and resources to address insurance questions and optimize patient support.

April 4, 2022

School Resource Center

The Cochlear School Resource Center is designed to assist educational professionals, pediatric and educational audiologists with quick access to tools and material to meet the auditory accessibility needs of school-aged children with cochlear implants, a Baha® System or significant hearing loss.

October 19, 2021

Hearing Health Today podcast

Hearing Health Today podcast

December 11, 2020

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Cochlear North America

Hear Now. And Always

Continuing Education

Course: #41812Level: Intermediate1 Hour

Course: #41981Level: Intermediate0.5 Hours

Course: #41774Level: Introductory1 Hour

Course: #42178Level: Intermediate0.5 Hours

Course: #41773Level: Introductory1 Hour

Videos

News

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Ask the Expert

Interviews

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