HEARING TESTING OF INFANTS

There is ample evidence showing that children with hearing deficits benefit from early intervention. This information and the availability of newer technologies form the basis for recommending that all newborn infants be screened for hearing deficit.

We strongly recommend that infants less than 6 months of age have a hearing test. The test costs about $45 and is covered by most insurance and Medicaid. If you agree to having this done we will send a referral note and you should call the Fort Missoula Hearing Center at 542-5200 for an appointment. Indicate that you would like to have an OAE hearing test done on your baby. OAE = Oto-Acoustic Emissions

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