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Eargo
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Miracle-Ear
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6879 A Southland Dr.
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 420-4120)
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Zounds Hearing
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Serves residents in
Cleveland, OH
(480) 813-8400
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Beltone
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5667 Turney Rd.
Garfield Heights, OH 44125
(216) 332-9777
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ReSound Hearing Aids
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Sells three models. Includes rechargeable options, Bluetooth capability and a companion app. Covers mild to profound hearing loss. Available through select dealers. Prices for one hearing aid start at $1,149. |
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Serves residents in
Cleveland, OH
(800) 248-4327
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Widex Hearing Aids
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Sells behind-the-ear and in-the-ear hearing aids. Smart technology updates user preferences. Covers mild to profound hearing loss. Available at select dealers. Devices cost $1,200 to $1,799 per ear. |
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Serves residents in
Cleveland, OH
(844) 497-8844
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Benefits of hearing aids for kids, seniors and adults
Benefits of hearing aids for kids, seniors and adults
Hearing loss affects over 30 million people in the U.S. Hearing aids can improve hearing loss for many of these people. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) says over 28 million Americans can benefit from hearing aids.
Hearing aids have many benefits for kids, seniors and adults in Cleveland:
- Improved hearing loss
- Better physical and mental health
- Greater safety
- More independence
- Reduced tinnitus symptoms
What types of hearing aids are available in Cleveland?
Hearing aids use a microphone, amplifier and speaker, or receiver to make sound louder for the user. Most hearing aids on the market today are digital instead of analog. Digital hearing aids do more complex processing to deliver customized sound based on a user’s degree of hearing loss and the surrounding environment.
Hearing aids come in a variety of different styles, each with advantages and disadvantages.
| Hearing aid styles | Description | Pros | Cons | Cost |
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| Behind the ear (BTE) | Rests behind the ear with a tube connecting to an earmold or earpiece | Works for all degrees of hearing loss; good for children | Most noticeable type of hearing aid | $1,600 - $2,800 |
| Mini BTE | Like BTE, except smaller behind the ear and a thinner tube; variations include open fit, receiver in the ear and receiver in canal | Less visible than BTE; less plugged-up sensation in ear | Earwax can interfere with speaker | $1,700 - $3,000 |
| In the ear (ITE) | Custom-fit in outer part of ear | Available with high number of features; easy to handle | Wind noise; earwax can interfere with speaker | $1,600 - $2,800 |
| In the canal (ITC) | Custom-fit partly in ear canal | Second-least visible type of aid; more features than CIC | Smaller battery and fewer features than ITE | $1,700 - $2,900 |
| Completely in the canal (CIC) | Custom-fit entirely in ear canal | Most discreet type of aid | Low number of features; less amplification power than other aids | $1,700 - $3,000 |
Hearing aids are different from hearing amplifiers, also known as personal sound amplifiers or personal sound amplification products (PSAPs). Although PSAPs cost less than hearing aids in Cleveland, they are not intended for people with hearing loss. Hearing amplifiers are used by non-hearing-impaired people for activities such as hunting or listening to a distant speaker.
How to choose a hearing aid in Cleveland
When choosing a hearing aid in Cleveland, look for a device that:
- Works for your degree of hearing loss
- Is a style you like
- Has high-quality sound
- Is comfortable and fits well
- Comes with services like adjustments, cleanings and annual hearing exams
- Is backed by a warranty lasting one to three years
- Fits your budget
Also, be sure your hearing aid includes the features you want. Ask an audiologist or hearing care professional to explain these popular features:
- Noise reduction
- Feedback suppression
- Telecoil
- Rechargeable batteries
- Multiple frequency channels
- Directional microphones
- Bluetooth/wireless connectivity
- Direct audio input
- Remote control
- Binaural processing
- Data logging
- Learning features
Getting a hearing aid test and fitting
If you have signs or symptoms of hearing loss in Cleveland, you may want to first visit a primary care doctor or otolaryngologist, who specializes in the ears, nose and throat. If your hearing loss isn’t medically or surgically treatable, the physician may help with hearing aids or refer you to an audiologist or hearing aid dealer and fitter.
During the hearing test and fitting, a hearing care professional will determine the type and degree of your hearing loss and evaluate if you are a candidate for hearing aids. The physician, audiologist or hearing aid dealer and fitter will go over device options and help you choose one that meets your needs, preferences and lifestyle.
After you choose a hearing aid and once the device is ready, the hearing care professional will program it and show you how to insert and remove it and take care of it. Before leaving, be certain you have the answers to these questions:
- How do I use the different features that are on the hearing aid?
- What should I expect during the adjustment period, and how long will it last?
- Whom do I contact if there is a problem with my hearing aid?
Your hearing care professional will schedule a follow-up appointment to check your progress and make changes as necessary. In Ohio you have a hearing aid trial period of at least 30 days.
How much do hearing aids cost in Cleveland?
Hearing aids in Cleveland cost $1,000 - $4,000 each. The cost usually includes testing and fitting, a warranty and lifetime services including adjustments, cleanings and annual hearing exams.
Private health insurance doesn’t typically cover hearing aids. Check with your plan.
Many hearing aids are available with financing options. For information about hearing aid financial assistance for children up to 21, check out the Ohio Hearing Aid Assistance Program. For general financial assistance information, see this list of resources from the Hearing Loss Association of America. You can also contact the NIDCD Information Clearinghouse.
Does Medicare cover hearing aids?
Medicare doesn’t cover hearing aids or hearing tests. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may have hearing benefits.
Medicaid in Ohio covers hearing aids for all beneficiaries.
Hearing Aid Reviews
Eargo |
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Eargo designs natural-sounding, comfortable, nearly invisible hearing aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. Customers don’t need to visit an audiologist before contacting Eargo or ordering products. Reviewers like having 45 days to try Eargos and say the company provides helpful support before and after purchasing. |
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Miracle-Ear |
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Miracle-Ear, established over 70 years ago, offers hearing aids for all degrees of hearing loss, lifestyles and budgets. Products come with digital technology, care from licensed and trained professionals, lifetime service and aftercare and an industry-leading three-year warranty. Customers give positive reviews of Miracle-Ear hearing aids and the company’s locations in Cleveland. |
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Zounds Hearing |
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Zounds’ four hearing aid models come with features like high sound quality, noise cancellation, rechargeable batteries and remote control. Customers can sign up for monthly financing and a comprehensive three-year protection plan. According to reviews, many Zounds wearers are happy with their devices and recommend them to others. |
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Beltone |
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Beltone has nearly 80 years of experience manufacturing high-quality hearing aids. Devices come with the latest technology and BelCare, which includes a one-year warranty, two-year protection for change in hearing loss and lifetime annual hearing screenings, inspections and cleanings. Customers like the personalized assistance from professionals at the multiple Beltone locations in Cleveland. |
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ReSound Hearing Aids |
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ReSound has been improving the lives of people with hearing loss since 1943. Award-winning products are built using the company’s Smart Hearing technology, based on expertise in audiology, connectivity, apps and design. Some customers love their ReSound hearing aids, but others say they don’t work consistently. |
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Widex Hearing Aids |
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Widex is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of hearing aids, selling its devices in over 100 countries. Customers in Cleveland can try any Widex product, including EVOKE, a “smart hearing aid,” with a no-obligation trial. Reviews for Widex are mixed, with some mentioning need for replacement aids. |
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