medical evaluation by a licensed
physician (preferably a physician who
specializes in diseases of the ear,
e.g., an otolaryngologist, otologist, or
otorhinolaryngologist) before
purchasing a hearing aid. The purpose
of the medical evaluation is to assure
that all medically treatable conditions
that may affect hearing are identified
and treated before a hearing aid is
purchased.
Following the medical evaluation,
the physician will give you a written
statement that states that your
hearing loss has been medically
evaluated and that you may be
considered a candidate for a hearing
aid. The physician will refer you to an
audiologist or a hearing care
professional for a hearing aid
evaluation.
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