When you need a hearing test but can’t get to a clinic, teleaudiology, the delivery of audiology services through video calls, phone, or digital tools. Also known as remote audiology, it lets you get checked, fitted for hearing aids, or monitored for tinnitus without leaving your couch. This isn’t science fiction — it’s what thousands of people with mobility issues, rural residents, or busy schedules are using right now to avoid long waits and costly trips.
Teleaudiology isn’t just about replacing in-person visits. It’s about making care more consistent. For example, hearing assessments, standard tests like pure-tone audiometry and speech recognition can now be done at home using calibrated headphones and guided apps. remote hearing care, including follow-ups, device troubleshooting, and volume adjustments happens over video with an audiologist watching your responses in real time. And audiology services, from pediatric screenings to tinnitus management are being redesigned for digital access — especially in places where specialists are scarce.
What’s driving this shift? Aging populations, a shortage of audiologists, and the simple truth that many people delay care because it’s inconvenient. Teleaudiology cuts those barriers. You don’t need fancy gear — just a smartphone, a quiet room, and a pair of good headphones. Some systems even sync with your hearing aids to send data directly to your provider. It’s not perfect yet — background noise and internet issues can interfere — but it’s getting better fast. And for people who’ve waited years for help, even a partial solution is life-changing.
Below, you’ll find real guides on how teleaudiology works in practice: how to prepare for a remote test, what to expect during a virtual fitting, why some insurance plans cover it now, and how to tell if your home setup is accurate enough. These aren’t theory pieces — they’re from people who’ve been through it, and the experts who make it work.
Teleaudiology lets you get hearing aid adjustments and remote hearing tests without leaving home. Learn how it works, who it's for, and why it's changing hearing care for millions.