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Eargo
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Miracle-Ear
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2026 N. Valley Mills Dr.
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 633-2580
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Zounds Hearing
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Serves residents in
Waco, TX
(480) 813-8400
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Beltone
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5301 Bosque Blvd., Ste. 100
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 754-4327
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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
Waco, TX
(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
Waco, TX
(844) 497-8844
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Benefits of hearing aids for kids, seniors and adults
Hearing aids don’t make hearing normal or prevent it from getting worse over time, but they do improve hearing for a large percentage of people with hearing loss. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says over 28 million people can benefit from hearing aids in the U.S.
Benefits of hearing aids for kids, seniors and adults in Waco include:
- Improved ability to hear
- Better physical and mental health
- Increased safety
- Greater independence
- Reduced tinnitus symptoms
What types of hearing aids are available in Waco?
In general, hearing aids are battery-powered and use a microphone, amplifier and speaker to make sound louder. Most hearing aids on the market today are digital rather than analog and are able to do more complex processing to deliver a customized sound based on the user’s degree of hearing loss and the surrounding environment.
Hearing aids in Waco come in different styles, each with advantages and disadvantages.
| Hearing aid styles | Description | Pros | Cons |
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| Behind the ear (BTE) | Most of the hearing aids sit behind the ear; a tube connects to an earmold or earpiece | Works for all degrees of hearing loss; good for children; easy to handle and clean | Largest and most visible style |
| Mini BTE | Smaller BTE with thinner tube | Less visible than BTE; less “plugged-up” feeling in ear | Earwax can clog speaker |
| In the ear (ITE) | Custom-fit and sits in outer part of ear | Small but easy to handle; available with many features | Earwax can clog speaker; more wind noise than smaller aids |
| In the canal (ITC) | Custom-fit and sits partly in ear canal | Second-most discreet style; more available features than CIC | Harder to handle than larger aids |
| Completely in the canal (CIC) | Custom-fit and sits entirely in ear canal | Smallest, least noticeable style | Less battery and amplification power than other aids; few features |
Hearing aids are different from hearing amplifiers, also called personal sound amplifiers. Hearing amplifiers make sound louder but are not meant to be used by hearing-impaired individuals, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
How to choose a hearing aid in Waco
Choosing a hearing aid is a highly personal decision. Consider these factors:
- Your degree of hearing loss
- Recommendation from a hearing care professional
- Style
- Fit and comfort
- Quality of sound
- Included services
- Warranty duration and coverage
- Cost
- User reviews
It’s also important to think about which features you want on a hearing aid. Features include:
- Rechargeable battery
- Direct audio input
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Noise reduction
- Telecoil
- Directional microphones
- Multiple sound-processing channels
- Remote control
- Data logging
- Learning features
- Binaural processing
Getting a hearing aid test and fitting
If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of hearing loss, you may first want to go to a primary care or ear, nose and throat physician to rule out medical or surgical treatment.
The next step is to see an audiologist or hearing aid fitter and dispenser who will perform a hearing test, determine if you are a candidate for hearing aids, help you choose a device and set it up.
Here are questions to ask at your hearing test and fitting in Waco:
- What is my degree of hearing loss?
- Do you recommend wearing one or two hearing aids?
- Which style of hearing aid is best for me?
- What brand/model do you recommend? Why?
- What features do you recommend based on my preferences and lifestyle?
- How long is the trial period? Is it longer than Texas’ minimum of 30 days?
- What does the cost of the hearing aid include?
When your hearing aid is ready for use, the audiologist or hearing aid fitter and dispenser will program it, show you how to use and care for the device and tell you what to expect as you begin wearing it.
Your hearing care professional will likely schedule a follow-up appointment to check on your hearing improvement, make any adjustments and answer questions.
How much do hearing aids cost in Waco?
Most hearing aids in Waco cost $1,000 - $4,000 each. The purchase price of hearing aids in Waco usually includes testing and fitting, a warranty lasting one to three years and services including annual hearing tests, adjustments and cleanings.
Private health insurance plans don’t usually cover hearing aids. Check with your specific plan for hearing benefits.
Many hearing aids in Waco are available with financing options. Ask the manufacturer or your audiologist or dispenser for more information. Veterans can get hearing aids through the Department of Veterans Affairs. AARP members can save on hearing aid costs through the Hearing Care Program.
Texas Health and Human Services has a list of hearing aid financial assistance resources.
Does Medicare cover hearing aids?
Medicare doesn’t cover hearing aids or hearing tests, but some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans do have hearing benefits.
Waco residents with Medicaid should call (800) 925-9126 to find out if they have hearing aid coverage.
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Eargo |
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Eargo designs natural-sounding, comfortable, rechargeable hearing aids for mild to moderate hearing loss. Customers in Waco don’t need to visit an audiologist before purchasing; Eargo’s hearing professionals will help you decide if Eargos are the right fit. Customers like having 45 days to try Eargos and say their hearing aids are nearly invisible. |
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Miracle-Ear |
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Miracle-Ear has been committed to helping people with hearing loss for over 70 years. Its hearing aids come with an industry-leading three-year warranty, lifetime service and personalized care from licensed and trained professionals. Customers in Waco give five-star reviews for the Miracle-Ear Center on Valley Mills Drive. |
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Zounds Hearing |
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Zounds’ goal is to provide a selection of affordable hearing aids with the best-performing technology in the world. Its four models come with features like rechargeable batteries, noise cancellation and remote control. Customers like Zounds’ financing options and say their hearing aids are user-friendly and clear-sounding. |
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Beltone |
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Beltone has hearing solutions for people with all degrees of hearing loss, lifestyles and budgets. All devices come with BelCare, which includes a one-year warranty, two-year protection for change in hearing and lifetime cleanings, inspections and annual hearing screenings. Customers give positive reviews for Beltone’s hearing aids and the staff and service at the Beltone Hearing Center in Waco. |
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ReSound Hearing Aids |
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ReSound offers award-winning hearing aids, apps and wireless accessories for a natural listening experience. Contact the company for a referral to a hearing care professional in the Waco area. Reviewers include highly satisfied and happy customers and customers who have needed repairs and replacements. |
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Widex Hearing Aids |
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Widex is one of the biggest manufacturers of hearing aids in the world, selling devices in over 100 countries. Its EVOKE brand is marketed as the first “smart hearing aid.” Customers like that Widex offers a free trial of any of its hearing aids, but reviews overall are mixed. |
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