Hearing testing for every stage of life.
At Premier Head and Neck Surgery, we provide comprehensive hearing testing for patients of all ages in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. Our audiologist evaluates hearing in infants, children, teens, and adults, using testing methods appropriate for each patient’s age and individual needs.
When should you schedule a hearing test?
Hearing needs look different at every age. Here are some of the reasons families and adults reach out to our audiology team.
For children
A hearing evaluation may be recommended if your child has speech or language delays, frequent ear infections, difficulty following directions, concerns at school, or does not consistently respond to sounds or their name. Your child’s pediatrician, ENT, teacher, or other healthcare provider may also recommend a hearing evaluation.
For adults
Consider scheduling a hearing evaluation if you are asking people to repeat themselves, turning the television louder, having difficulty understanding conversations, experiencing tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or noticing a change in your hearing.
Adults may also benefit from routine hearing testing to establish a baseline and monitor their hearing as they age.
What happens during a hearing test?
Discuss your concerns
Your appointment begins with a discussion about your hearing, medical history, and any concerns you may be experiencing.
Testing suited to you
Your audiologist will then perform testing appropriate for your age and needs. For adults and older children, testing typically evaluates how well you hear different sounds as well as how clearly you understand speech. For infants and younger children, specialized pediatric testing techniques are used to obtain reliable information about hearing.
Understand your results
Your audiologist will review your results with you and explain what they mean.
What happens if my hearing test shows hearing loss?
Depending on the type and degree of hearing loss, recommendations may include monitoring your hearing, additional medical evaluation with our ENT team, hearing aids, or other hearing treatment options.
Because audiology and ENT services are available within the same practice, patients who need additional medical evaluation can receive coordinated care from our hearing and ENT teams.
Practical questions
A few common questions about scheduling a hearing evaluation with our team.
Where can I get a hearing test in Flint, Michigan?
Do you provide hearing tests for babies and children?
Do I need a referral for a hearing test?
Referral requirements vary by insurance plan and the reason for your visit. Please confirm your plan’s requirements with your insurance company. BCN HMO and HAP PHO plans require the applicable physician and/or PHO referral.
Insurance and referral informationTake the next step toward understanding your hearing.
If you are concerned about your hearing or your child’s hearing, call Premier Head and Neck Surgery to schedule an evaluation.
Flint, MI 48532