3 Mistakes to Avoid When Switching Audiology OMS Platforms
Switching audiology software isn’t the hard part—getting it to actually work is. Learn the 3 most common mistakes practices make when transitioning OMS platforms and how to avoid workflow breakdowns, billing issues, and missed revenue.
The Script Just Flipped: Amplifon Buys Resound
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn For more than a decade, the hearing industry has been moving in one direction: manufacturers acquiring distribution networks. By purchasing retail chains, managed-care programs, and third-party administrators (TPAs), hearing aid manufacturers expanded their influence beyond technology and into how patients access care. That pattern may have just reversed. In a major announcement, […]
Can Audiology OMS Setup Eliminate TPAs?
Is your Audiology Office Management System (OMS) holding your practice back? The right setup can transform data into actionable insights, empowering strategic decisions that enhance patient care and protect revenue. A well-structured OMS can uncover opportunities, streamline operations, and improve efficiency. Don’t let a generic setup dictate your clinic’s future. Learn to build an OMS that aligns with your goals, ensuring success in a competitive landscape.
How Evidence of Coverage Language Controls Access (2026)
Evidence of Coverage documents don’t just describe Medicare Advantage hearing benefits—they enforce them. The language used to define access often determines who can provide hearing aids, which devices are allowed, and when the real rules are revealed.
7 Things to Know About the New 2026 CPT Codes for Hearing Aid Services
7 key updates in the 2026 CPT codes for hearing device services—what’s new, how billing changes, and what audiology practices must do now.
Hearing Aid Manufacturers and “Retail” Expansion
Global hearing aid manufacturers are expanding into retail—squeezing independents, driving acquisitions, and turning market share into power.
The Illusion of Choice: Manufacturer-Owned TPAs
Third-party administrators (TPAs) promise to simplify hearing aid benefits, but in reality, they control pricing, restrict options, and redirect federal Medicare dollars. Do patients truly have a choice, or is the decision already made for them?
Intended Role of TPAs and Hearing Aid Benefits
What is the intended role of a third-party administrator (TPA) in hearing aid benefits? Beyond just reading scripts and managing contracts, TPAs are designed to streamline the complexities of hearing care for Medicare Advantage plans. With a focus on predictable costs and national scale, they standardize benefits and delegate responsibilities, creating a maze of contract variations for providers. As we explore the origin and impact of TPAs, you’ll discover how they shape the hearing aid landscape and what it means for your practice. Dive in to understand the true dynamics at play!