Still confused on how to get Hearing Aids from the VA? Let me know!

@stephenreimers8436

2 жыл бұрын

Doc, I received hearing aids through the Yokosuka, Japan Medical Treatment Center, but I have no idea of where to file the claim to recover my out-of-pocket expenses. Any ideas? I live in Yokosuka (no VA clinics here) and get care at the Naval Hospital here. I've reached a dead end trying to figure out how to submit a claim for these Phonak hearing aids. Please help!

@DrCliffAuD

2 жыл бұрын

@@stephenreimers8436 I would be no help to you.

@stephenreimers8436

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD Well, thanks for your response, anyway. That's more than I get from the VA!

Another great informative video! Keep them coming. I am very thankful for your time and effort to put these videos together.

Thanks Doctor Cliff, you provided the best answers on how to proceed with the VA. Great! information 🙂

This was very good presentation for the VA, you were are right on target. Thank you for serving!

Thank you so much Dr. Cliff! My husband needs hearing aides badly but we both were very confused about the process and cost to us, etc.

Thanks Dr. Cliff, this helped sort out some of the confusion.

Just got my hearing aids from the VA. It was a bit of a process (even got inner ear surgery) but it was very worth while. I now am rid of Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Syndrome and have a set of Phonak Audeo B-90 Direct HAs -- a very expensive set. The VA is also supplying free batteries, domes and was filters for life. This is the ONLY way I could have gotten hearing aids. The VA took away my nightmare and restored my ability to hear. If you are eligible, you need to do this!

@DrCliffAuD

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear Jarold! The VA is highly underrated in my opinion. If you are a Veteran and need to have your hearing treated. The VA is a terrific option!

@bobshaw4063

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD I agree with you .

Thank you, very helpful video. Love the energy as well.

Your page is gold! Thanks doc

Dr Cliff Fellow Veteran Thank You for your Service . I get my hearing Aids & Glassses from The VA .

@dsmith2858

2 жыл бұрын

Bob, are you service connected for hearing loss and vision loss?

Dr. O Thank you n God Bless!

Dr. Cliff I just received my Hearing Aids through for my tinnitus disability. They work great. I served active duty and in 2017 started receiving Compensation for this disability. Your information was very helpful.

@DrCliffAuD

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that you are being taken care of Jackie!

@cha-ka8671

Жыл бұрын

Do they stop that annoying ringing eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee sound?

@jeovanicontreras409

Жыл бұрын

@@cha-ka8671 unfortunately i was told that will never go away

Was diagnosed with moderate hearing loss after a 45 minute exams by the VA audiologist. I was given the Oticon More 1, rechargeable hearing aide. It is unbelievable, that I can now clearly hear. My audiologist said that I can come in to see him anytime at the VA hospital and he cleans and checks the settings. Great service from them VA. He told me that privately it would cost at least $7,000. Any eligible veteran should have their hearing checked at the VA. It took me two days from the time my prime VA doctor called and made an appointment for me.

@dsmith2858

2 жыл бұрын

PMF, great info. We’re you service connected for hearing loss?

@pmf2994

2 жыл бұрын

@@dsmith2858 No. My VA doctor senT me to the audiologist, plus other exams. I was not rated for hearing loss, bit the audiologist found out that I had moderate hearing loss, and ordered the Oticon More 1. I now can turn down the volume of my TV If you are enrolled in the VA health system make an appointment with the VA audiologist. It might be free, depending on your classification. I’m 100% P&T, so there was no cost to me. Call the VA to see if you qualify.

@dsmith2858

2 жыл бұрын

@@pmf2994 thanks for the info!

@cha-ka8671

Жыл бұрын

The VA buys about 80% of hearing aids. That's why they are able to get the best of hearing aids. They have such a deep discount that it's damn near free. It's not free obviously, it's just my comparison between out in town versus at the VA.

@mikeedwards7701

Жыл бұрын

interesting just used my work insurance BCBS. They pitched me the Starkey evolv at $2500 per ear. BCBS only covers 80% of the allowed amount, which is 2500. So I'd have to pay about 3k out of pocket. Question: Were you able to get hearing aids from VA while having commercial insurance? Did you get a decent pair or just the bare minimum for free? did you have options to upgrade?

Awesome information

This is amazing information

Thanks for the video.

Thank you!

Recently discovered your vlogs and youtube videos. They are great source of information and I have used them to educate myself so I know what I should expect from hearing aids and providers. I have an appointment to pickup my 2nd set of hearing aids from my VAMC. The process of my getting my first pair did not include real ear measurement. Waiting to see if they will use it this time. Do you know if the VA in general uses real ear measurement or is it impossible due to the shear number of patients and short staffing? I am guessing the number of patients is the reason I have had no follow up appointments from my first pair......I lost my first pair after 3 years and that is the only reason I had to go in for my last hearing test before getting the new set. I have created a list of questions for my audiologist at my fitting. I am not judgmental of them because I know they are understaffed and have heavy patient load so I will be respectful and considerate when i ask my questions. I would like to see more videos on the VA and audiology if you have time. Thank you for your service and these videos.

Back in 2021 i was diagnosed with earing loss and fitted for my resound one 7 hearing aids. I purchased mine out of pocket and i really need to get with the VA to get this process started before i need my next pair. I was in the Air Force 11 years AD. My hearing baseline was reestablished 2 times while i served. I am at a complete loss at how to start the process. When i got my honorable discharge i went to Yuma,az. But my records were sent to Phoenix. Now i live in Fort Worth, TX. Need to get help navigating this process.

I was in the army for 20 months and didn't know I had benfits until 2012 and Iget both eyeglasses & hearing aids from the VA hospital and I got an upcoming hearing test july 28th and I would like to find out what hearing brandsthey are using now any way to find out

How long does it take to get the hearing aids once they’ve been ordered. My VA said 2 months!? Like what? They aren’t even the custom ones. GN Resound is what I’m getting. Please if anyone knows. Is it normal for that long of a wait.

In my experience as an audiologist it can take as long as four months from the time of the hearing test to getting the actual hearing aids

@cha-ka8671

Жыл бұрын

WHY?!?!?! It's not like each resistor, diode, and capacitor in the hearing aid is hand crafted by some artisan specialist. What's the hold up???

@traciebarthel3319

Ай бұрын

I got mine a week after my initial audiology appointment at the VA in Wisconsin

I'm 68 eligible for VA hearing aids for moderate hearing loss mostly in the high range both ears. Worked with jet fighter aircraft & have tinnus. Would you help me select the best one of these offered? The VA is not helping with the selection, just gave me Oticon for trial period. I like rechargeable if its best. GN ReSound, Oticon Opn1, Phonak Audeo B90-Direct, Unitron Moxi All, Starley, Widex, Siemens/Signia. Thanks

@DrCliffAuD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi aflarry. It's impossible for me to tell without a full consultation.

Dr. Cliff Does the VA use Real ear measures when you get your hearing aids I have an appt. in October to get mine.

@DrCliffAuD

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but it is up to the VA to actually administer them. Some require them, in others, it is up to the clinician.

I was in the army active duty for three years, was told that family income level was to high to get va benefits.I went to my local vso and he got me a hearing test and Ive waited three months with no test results.Finally the iso officer found out that I was turned down with no explanation.Just like the army Friggin you get for friggin you got.he Vso officer wants me to come back in when I receive this turn down letter.I guess I will join and see what excuse they will come up with then.Thanks,its not as easy as it sounds.

@DrCliffAuD

2 жыл бұрын

Are you trying to get Compensation or Hearing Aids?

What if you already have hearing aids prior to getting out of the service? I've had my hearing aids for a year while active duty. I'm in the process of getting the va exams for my ratings. Is the process still the same when I need new hearing aids?

@DrCliffAuD

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure if the process is the same in the military vs out of the military. What was your process getting devices while still on active duty?

@slowe786

4 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD I was referred to an audiologist for a hearing test, then referred to the Ent, who approved my hearing aids and surgery, then referred back to the audiologist for hearing aids.

Character In the video It's great, I like it a lot $$

Just wondering if there are no hearing aids at the present time that will help you 100%comp is your only option.

I am 60% hearing connected disabled from the Vietnam era. If I apply for hearing aids will I lose my compensation?

@DrCliffAuD

5 жыл бұрын

No. Compensation is not impacted by treatment. You will still be 60% service connected.

Qualification for VA health benefits requires a financial means test. This should have been number one on your list.

I received new hearing aids about a year ago thru my federal Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Well, I hate them! Do you think the VHA will honor my request, and will I still be eligible for new hearing aids?

@DrCliffAuD

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I do, but the problem likely isn't the hearing aids. It's more likely that they aren't programmed properly.

@robira1313

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD- Believe it or not, they SOUND just fine! That's not the problem. The batteries only last 3-4 days! (I was used to 7 or 8 days with my older Widex) These have "wi-fi" which I have absolutely no use for and I can never tell if the wi-fi is turned on or off. I cannot also tell what level volume I"m at because all it is is a series of audible clicks. Not crazy about these Oticons.

I have a pair for a few years now ,I hear stuff that is scary

It took me three times to get my hearing loss and tinnitus ability to get hearing aid.

Bad right ear 50% Disabled PTSD just made an appointment to see VA doctor and how do i get PTSD upgrade

@DrCliffAuD

5 жыл бұрын

No clue.

@johnbuenaventura1

5 жыл бұрын

Which ERA did you serve? If it was during or after Gulf War, contact and make an appointment for the Gulf War Registry. They had me see a psychiatrist right after I finished the paperwork because of some of my answers . Go from there and apply for upgrade...

have you had any experience with the VA audiology in Prescott, az

@DrCliffAuD

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I get patients from them on occasion.

@joerogers4227

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD Then why j87 months since my last appointment finally called them in may told june, went there and told it was july instead. I want to hear, not have my wife mad at me and she yells at me so I can hear. I want to hear tv without faking understanding. 3 months from a call to an appointment. Live in Chino Valley, and Phoenix is too far away. so Prescott va.

@DrCliffAuD

3 жыл бұрын

That's typical VA Healthcare. Ton of patients, very little time.

@pmf2994

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrCliffAuD Contact your local VA health advocate, who is located in your local VA hospital. After you call, you get the tape message, just press 0 and tell the operator to connect you to the health advocate.

May I callyou with wquestion?

Will the VA take away your benefits if you get a hearing aid?

@pmf2994

2 жыл бұрын

No

Great video, thank you, but you didn't say anything about cost or if the aids would be free.

@johnbuenaventura1

5 жыл бұрын

It depends on your disability and disability rating. For example, I am at a 100% but only 10% for tinnitus; mine were free. If you have a disability rating for your hearing, they would also be free. If you don't have 100% or have a disability rating for hearing loss, then you will have to pay for some (depending on whether you have medical insurance or not). Hope that helps...

@lindab.1625

5 жыл бұрын

@@johnbuenaventura1 Thank you. Are the newest hearing aids available or are they older models?

@pmf2994

2 жыл бұрын

@@lindab.1625 They are the newest models. I was.given the Oticon More 1(rechargeable & Bluetooth connected to my iPhone and TV). I was told it would cost $ 7,000, if I went to a private audiologist. Just call the VA to see if you are eligible to receive this service.

I got my hearing aids, Phonak B90, they suck. Oh I can hear the keys in ur pocket but still can’t hear you. Voices r very hard to hear. Great Bluetooth for ur cell phone...rated zero for bilateral, USMC machine gunner 5 yrs....wonder why I can’t hear....VA is not your friend.....

@kartgal

5 жыл бұрын

Warren Demartini, I don’t know anything about your hearing loss or how the hearing aids are programmed, but I did want to tell you that B90s are Top of the line, the very best hearing aids available. In NJ you would pay 7,000 for a pair of those.

what about if you are a spouse?

@DrCliffAuD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Alishia. I am not 100%, but I don't believe that you can get hearing aids if you are a spouse of a Veteran. I would recommend you contact your local VA to answer this for you. I will reach out to my VA Audiology connections to see if I can get an answer for you.

@selah71

6 жыл бұрын

Alishia Toth You can Google "military spouses health care benefits" for the website to discover how and what benefits you may be eligible.

Heh "Snowboarding" Heh.

What? 😂