3 Mistakes to Avoid When Switching Audiology OMS Platforms

Treating Switching Audiology Software as Training Instead of System Design

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

Infographic illustrating Amplifon acquiring GN Hearing (ReSound) and the shift from manufacturer-controlled distribution to distributor ownership of a hearing aid manufacturer.

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?

overwhelmed female looking at a blank computer screen to configure oms setup for Audiology clinic

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)

Male reading 2026 Medicare advantage evidence of coverage document for hearing aid benefits

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.

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

woman looking at documents reading about the intended role of TPAs for 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!