VA Audiology Examination Tips
March 03, 2023
As a veteran, you may have to go through an audiology examination at a VA clinic when filing for hearing loss. This may be required to determine your eligibility for benefits, or to assess your hearing needs. It’s important to understand what to expect and prepare accordingly so that your experience is as successful and stress-free as possible.
Here are some tips to help you prepare for your VA audiology examination:
- Bring the required documentation. Make sure you have all the necessary documents, such as medical records, hearing test results, and any other paperwork required by the VA.
- Understand the process. Familiarize yourself with the VA examination process, so you know what will be asked and what to expect.
- Be prepared to answer questions. You may be asked questions about your hearing, such as how long you’ve been having difficulty hearing, when it first started, and what makes it worse.
- Have a list of medications. Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking.
- Take notes. Taking notes during the examination can help you remember the instructions and advice given by the examiner.
- Listen carefully. Sometimes the examiner will advise you to guess the speech recognition portion. Do NOT do this! Examiners are not supposed to advise veterans to guess, and it can skew the results. Just do your best and answer truthfully without guessing to all questions.
By being prepared and understanding the process, you can ensure that your VA hearing examination is as successful and stress-free as possible.
If you’re a veteran interested in filing a claim for hearing loss, contact our office to discuss. We can be reached at (800) 693-4800, or visit our website to receive a free claim evaluation.