What Types of Hearing Aids Does the VA Have for Veterans?

What Types of Hearing Aids Does the VA Provide for Veterans? | In this video, Rachael Cook, Doctor of Audiology at Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix, Arizona, reviews who is eligible for hearing aids through the VA, what brands of hearing aids the VA offers, and the advantages and disadvantages to seeking treatment through the Veterans Health Administration.

[georgegeranios]

Thank you for this. I am 10% hearing disabled (from Vietnam era service) and at 79, it's time to do this.

[gregoryfarris]

All my medical is through VA, they do a real good,

[ostoja]

Just saw the VA Doctor at the Audiology clinic last week and started the process for custom hearing aids with Bluetooth. The doctor was professional and answered all my questions and even made sure to include the features I wanted as well. She made this old Marine feel like my needs and care are most important and Veterans are getting the best product to make our lives better. Thank you Doctor Cook & Doctor Cliff for the videos you put out on this channel. Semper Fi

[TheYancydog]

As a Veteran with a Service Connected hearing Loss, I spent a number of year chasing all of this information down. Thanks for putting it in one place. You have it all in about 10mins. It is definitely worth going through the paperwork and testing to end up with a top of the line hearing aid and hearing treatment.

[JimE]

Agree! Just at the VA audiology office last week because of having speech in noise issues. My current four year old Odicon Opn1's aren't handling the issue like they use to and according to the audiologist can not be tuned any more to address the issue.
Because of you and Dr. Cliff I brought up the subject of ReSound Omnia hearing aids. She was aware of them and said, "Let's give them a try." I get them and a complete hearing test next month.
BTW - I brought up Dr. Cliff's name and told her that is where I get most of my hearing aid information and start my research there. She was aware of Dr. Cliff and said, "It is always nice to see patients who are actively involved it their healthcare".
Thanks for the info. JimE

[slundgr]

I have Oticon hearing aids, and I like them. I'm scheduled to get a new set of hearing aids tomorrow in fact. Also ask the audiologist about webinar or programs to deal with tinnitus if you have that hearing issue.

[watermain]

The VA has done a stellar job of taking care of my service-connected/tinnitus problems for the last 20+ years. Just got new Phonak Lumity hearing aids two weeks ago. Can't say enough good things about the care I receive at the Boise VA.

[franksadlowski]

Have had this hearing loss since Nam 66-67. Years of chaseing the system but finally through persistence. The VA in Northport finally gave me mine. This VA Hospital is just Great and the Doctors & Specialist are at the Top. I had such a Good experience and my Hearing aids are the Top. So Go throught the procedure because it almost makes you whole again, Thank You VA

[markmcduffie]

I finally got fitted for my Phonak Lumity Life last week, and I am very happy with them. I am still trying to get them properly paired with my other devices such as iPad, and MacBook. I mentioned the TV streamer at my initial appointment, and was also issued that at fitting. I probably should have asked for the Roger On instead. I appreciate all the information you, and Dr Cliff make available. I was very well informed about hearing aids in advance of my fitting, which made the process so much easier, and quicker. I agree that followup appointments take a lot of time. So far I am adapting well, and it has made my tinnitus diminish greatly too!

[bostonbill]

Just got ReSound hearing aids with BlueTooth. Very nice but takes getting used to.
Thank you VA Boston, Mass

[JoeDixon]

Your observation about wait times is not only true, it's an understatement!! I have Resound Omnia from the VA, and my audiologist is wonderful. But intervals between appointments for followup and tweaking the program are incredibly long. The VA Clinic (Colorado Springs) is a very nice facility, but grossly understaffed.

[sfrink]

A tip for veterans: you’re typically eligible for new aids every five years, and the best time to start is in either April or October. The VA updates their contracts in May and November, which is when they add new tech that private providers have already had access to. By timing it right, you can be assured you’re getting the most current, most advanced that’s available.

[Freedom-nuhe]

I am a combat veteran with hearing loss from service and have been trying to work with the VA on hearing aids and keep getting the run around. I appreciate this video and hopefully I can get this figured out. I am about ready to just go to a hearing place here in town and just buy them.

[marvinspevack]

Great information. Clear, concise, and informative. Thank you for your presentation. VA here in Billings was most courteous, knowledgeable and professional.

[Elephantine]

This covers a lot of really useful information. Thanks for sharing it! A medical center audiologist suggested that I contact the VA about hearing aids when he learned I was a veteran. I didn't think I'd be eligible after only a four-year enlistment (during which I worked around and lived right next to very noisy aircraft), but the VA people were competent and caring and nice and got me the hearing aids I needed! We often hear "Thanks for your service, " but actual, tangible support like this speaks louder than words.

[eddieashley]

Great video. I am a Vet with hearing loss and now work for the military. It’s quite frustrating how often the military puts its people in compromising situations when it comes to loud noises.

[mrsmith]

It is me yet again. I have been in the VA medical system since 2001. I am on my second set of VA issued hearing aids.
As mentioned, you can apply for enterance into the VA medical system on line. That will be much more pleasant than visiting a facility or using a Veterans Sevice Officer (VSO)
If you get in, I believe you are entitled to hearing tests and hearing aids if needed. I have Phonak Paradise P90's. I have been told several times that the replacement cycle is 5 years. My previous pair had problems at 4 years and I had to convince the VA that they should be replaced.
Cost: Mine were free because I had a Combat Arms MOS (You know if you had one) Therefore the VA admitted that a lack of hearing protection, just in training, trashed my hearing.
My Brother in law is also a VA hearing aid customer and he had to pay 2 or 3 $50 co pays.
There is no scheduled follow up, ; not even for the 5 year replacement. It is up to you Good luck.
Most repairs are done in Denver Colorado. The hearing aids are sent by snail mail. Sometimes the are forwarded to the MFG. This will take weeks. I now have a preaddressed box plus a sheet outlining the problems. I can send directly
There are no more walkin hours since covid.
The VA has no loaner or rental service. You will wait. I used Amazon amplifiers when my hearing aids quit, and when they were returned thay had not been programmed. I got lucky and got an appointment in three weeks. (Plus repair time) At the same appointment, my new hearing aids were ordered, which took a month. I got to keep the old set as a back up.
All supplies come from Denver you can at longlast order over the internet. I e - mailed requesting a new charger and had it quick;y.
You must be your own advocate. Study this web site (Dr Cliff) to determine what you may want. Then go ask for it. Worked for me.

[bobfognozzle]

Finally! The full explanation of what’s up with the VA hearing aid program and treatment.

[Bleys]

Nice! I have an appointment at the VA next month for a fitting. I'm getting Phonak lumity 90. I got a notice for my appointment in the mail, and enclosed were two extra pages. One has all the contact information by mail and phone to order replacement batteries for hearing aids if I needed them. The other page has a list six hearing aid manufacturers and the toll free numbers to contact them for technical support. Oticon, Phonak, ReSound GN, Siemens/Signia, Starkey, and Unitron. I'll share the numbers if anyone is interested.

[robertjerome]

I have a pair, here in Florida. FANTASTIC heari g aids..