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Hearing loss is often perceived as a condition that primarily affects one’s ability to hear and communicate. However, its impact goes far beyond auditory perception. In recent years, researchers have discovered a significant and somewhat surprising connection between hearing loss and an increased risk of falls. This connection is not just a mere coincidence but… Continue reading Exploring the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Falls

Tinnitus, often described as a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears, affects millions of people worldwide. While it’s generally associated with issues in the auditory system, there’s a lesser-known form of tinnitus that originates from the somatic system, known as somatic tinnitus. In this blog post, we will explore what somatic tinnitus is,… Continue reading Understanding Somatic Tinnitus: The Mind-Body Connection

Tinnitus, often described as a ringing, buzzing, or humming sound in the ears, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it is commonly associated with exposure to loud noises or age-related hearing loss, recent studies have uncovered a surprising connection between the use of pain relievers and the development or exacerbation of… Continue reading The Surprising Link between Pain Reliever Use and Tinnitus

Our ears are remarkable organs responsible for both hearing and maintaining our sense of balance. However, like any part of our body, they can sometimes experience issues that warrant attention. One such concern is ear drainage, a condition that can range from mild and temporary to more severe and potentially indicative of an underlying problem.… Continue reading Understanding Ear Drainage: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help

  Photo credit thanks to: geralt / PixabayHGrowth Spurt Unmasked   OUR GROWTH SPURT – UNMASKED   Hear Billing Solutions (HBS) was established in October of 2014. Our owner, Stacey Long, realized audiologists and hearing instrument specialists were in need of audiology billing services, which she could gladly provide. We acquired our first client during that… Continue reading AN AUDIOLOGY BILLING COMPANIES GROWTH SPURT

TEACH YOUR PATIENTS   You’ve been there before…we all have. You finish balancing your books only to realize you’re in the red. You have more money due than not which is NEVER a good thing. All audiology practices, small practices in particular, should heed to a few simple, yet significant steps to help control Accounts… Continue reading KEEP YOUR ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES IN THE BLACK

Every Audiology practice should have front desk requirements. After all, your front desk person is the first point of contact your clients have when they walk in your office. Let it be a good experience for them (and you) with these simple tips.   SMILING IS OUR FAVORITE   Remember Will Ferrell in Elf? Smiling… Continue reading AUDIOLOGY PRACTICE FRONT DESK REQUIREMENTS

ARE YOU A CONTRACTED PROVIDER?   As new providers, you know how the story goes; especially if you’re a young audiology practice operating on your own. As veteran providers, this story is a familiar one, and goes something like this.   John walks in the office and is greeted by the patient care coordinator. He… Continue reading CONTRACTING WITH INSURANCE COMPANIES

WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO WE NEED IT?   According to Wikipedia, HIPAA is an Act To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve portability and continuity of health insurance coverage in the group and individual markets, to combat waste, fraud, and abuse in health insurance and health care delivery, to promote… Continue reading HIPAA COMPLIANCE TRAINING