What should I do with previous generations of CI processors that I have around the house? A family member passed away and now I have her hearing aids. Who could use them? What should I do with extra batteries, cables, and accessories that I don’t need anymore? My child recently got bilateral CIs and doesn’t need hisContinue reading “What Do I Do With Old Hearing Equipment?”
Tag Archives: Cochlear Implants
AG Bell 2014: Concurrent Sessions
In this recap: Complicated Cochlear Implant Cases and Evidence Based Data to Support Early Cochlear Implantation Complicated Cochlear Implant Cases Ted Meyer, M.D., Ph.D. Meredith Holcomb, Au.D., CCC-A
AG Bell 2014: Maximizing Brain Adaptability Research Symposium
Maximizing Brain Adaptability: Enhancing Listening for Language Development, Speech Perception, and Music Appreciation Beverly Wright, Ph.D., Northwestern University, School of Communication Kate Gfeller, Ph.D., University of Iowa, School of Music Pamela Souza, Ph.D., Northwestern University, School of Communication Emily Tobey, Ph.D., University of Texas at Dallas, School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Helping Classmates Understand Hearing Loss
In the past month, I’ve had some incredible opportunities to spend time with a group of children I don’t often see — children with typical hearing — teaching them about hearing loss and how better to understand their classmate who is deaf. They’ve taught me a lot about hearing loss from a child’s-eye view andContinue reading “Helping Classmates Understand Hearing Loss”
Turned Down By Insurance? How to Write a Strong Appeal for Cochlear Implants
I’ve written quite a bit about how to appeal to your insurance for a cochlear implant -upgrade- new processor, but what if the insurance company turns you down before you even get out of the gate? How can CI candidates appeal when insurance denies your request for CI surgery?
Ear Care Tips
The World Health Organization has designated today, March 3rd, as International Ear Care Day. According to the WHO, approximately 50% of cases of hearing loss worldwide could be avoided through primary prevention techniques.
Great Expectations: Progress with a Cochlear Implant
Like any big decision, getting a cochlear implant involves just a little bit of a leap of faith. No matter how much you research, there is no way to know 100% what will happen with the surgery, activation, or rehabilitation. By and large, results are fantastic, but how can you know what to expect forContinue reading “Great Expectations: Progress with a Cochlear Implant”
Borderline Cochlear Implant Candidates
For many who receive a CI, the choice is clear-cut: hearing aids simply do not provide sufficient benefit for language and listening to people with profound hearing loss when compared to the performance of a cochlear implant. But what about hearing aid users who are doing “well enough” with their current technology, but are onContinue reading “Borderline Cochlear Implant Candidates”
Insurance Coverage for CI Surgery and Upgrades
One great thing about having multiple cochlear implant manufacturers is that they are constantly innovating and producing new technology! A new processor launch is thrilling, and the first question on everybody’s mind is, “When can I get my hands on it?!?” Unfortunately, the second question is often, “Will my insurance cover it?!?” Here are someContinue reading “Insurance Coverage for CI Surgery and Upgrades”
What to Expect In the First Weeks After a Child’s Cochlear Implant Activation
WHAT TO EXPECT In the first weeks after your child’s cochlear implant is activated The big day has finally arrived! Your child’s cochlear implant(s) are finally going to be turned on. After months of appointments and waiting, you may feel as if you’ve made it to the finish line, but you are really at theContinue reading “What to Expect In the First Weeks After a Child’s Cochlear Implant Activation”
Elizabeth A. Rosenzweig 