I have an update. Today, someone from UAB called to say that they needed to reschedule my appointment to December 4th. I told them that was OK. About a half an hour later, I get another call about scheduling. This time, they say I need to come in November 15th for a hearing test that will cost $120. I reply that I already have a recent test performed by the VA. She tells me that have to do their own test. I think OK, they will probably do a more comprehensive one, so I say OK. Then, she tells me I will need to see the ENT before I can be seen by the Audiologist, and this will be $200. So, I am thinking that I will be down $320 before I even lay eyes on an Audiologist, who may, or may not actually do anything that will help me. I don’t know yet what she charges. I told the lady that I needed to consider my options, and that I would call back after the first of the year if I changed my mind.
So, I am right back where I started. There is one Audiologist listed locally who does not specify a hearing aid brand in the listing. I think I will call and see what they say, but I am not expecting a positive outcome.