One of the most common questions that our patients ask us is “How much do hearing aids cost?” And since you're reading this, you've probably been wondering this and doing your own research. Since many clinics keep this information close, you may not be finding the...
Does My Insurance Cover My Hearing Aids and Hearing Care?
Enrolling in any type of healthcare insurance has some confusing aspects to it. This is no different to dealing with your hearing as well. We handle insurance inquiries daily at our clinic and have learned quite a few things about working with these companies. There...
OTC Hearing Aids vs. Prescription Hearing Aids – What’s The Difference?
Until recently, the term “hearing aid” was universal and covered a lot of products. It also meant that a certain amount of regulation was needed to call them that. Over the past couple of years, that definition has become murky. Many companies have started producing...
The Release Of The Jabra Enhance Plus – Is This A New Gateway To Hearing Healthcare?
We’ve been watching and waiting for the release of the Jabra Enhance Plus hearing device to see if it is as good as the hype, and now that we’ve seen it in use, we think it’s a great starting point for people on their hearing journey. Last year, President Biden gave...
How Important Is Hearing? This Florida Court Says It’s Worth $8.2 Million To One Veteran
I’ve always said how important hearing is to your well-being. It’s a massive part of everyone’s livelihood, and unfortunately, most people don’t realize its importance until it’s gone. This month, we acknowledge our veterans to show them how much we appreciate...
How We’re Supporting Hearing Aid Wearers Across Anchorage
I’m sure you’re aware of just how sophisticated hearing aids are these days. Inside their sleek casings, they have the power to change a life, with incredible amplification hardware and amazing features, such as Bluetooth connectivity. But just like all forms of...
Is This The Catalyst For The 18 Million Americans Who Are Yet To Treat Their Hearing Challenges? | Dr. Emily’s Opinion On The Jabra Enhance Plus
With an estimated 18 million people having an untreated hearing loss, there have been many brands/companies that have tried to take a bite out of this market by introducing low-cost technology. Many of them have not achieved the level of success that they expected,...
How We Can Professionally Clean Your Hearing Aids In Alaska
Hearing aids, just like any investment, require a certain level of maintenance to ensure you are getting the most out of them. As they sit directly inside your ears, earwax can accumulate in the hearing aid opening where the sound comes out. Not only is it hygienic to...
Should You Invest In The Bose SoundControl? | Alaskan Audiologists Share Their Advice On Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
Well, we knew it was coming and the time has finally arrived… After years of speculation, Bose has released their first ever over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids – the Bose SoundControl. Available in only a few states right now, including Massachusetts, Montana, North...
Which Hearing Aid Is Best For You AND How To Choose
“What hearing aids are the best?” is one of the most common questions we get and for good reason. Although we’re expected to be able to simply answer this question as the most trusted audiologists in Alaska – it’s not that simple. It’s like asking a mechanic “What car...