Buying Hearing Aids From Costco vs. Physicians Hearing Care – What’s The Difference?

by | Dec 13, 2022 | Expert Insights, Hearing Aids

So you’ve been told the best treatment for your hearing loss is hearing aids, and you’ve been doing your online research to see what’s out there. But there’s so much information, it’s hard to know what to do.

Costco has shown up in your search results, and some of the reviews look okay, but there’s an audiology clinic near your home, and it just seems that having an audiologist look after your hearing rather than a grocery store makes sense.

But you’ve looked at prices, service, reviews, and product choice, and Costco hearing aids seem appealing.

Many local people feel the same way, and we often get calls to our office about the differences between our hearing aids and those that are sold on the shelf at Costco.

We’re here to help you understand those differences and make an informed decision on which option is best for you.

What’s The Difference Between Costco And Physicians Hearing Care?

Honestly, there are advantages and disadvantages for each, but the main difference is that Costco focuses on one transaction whereas we’re more interested in supporting you on your lifetime hearing healthcare journey.

The other main differences are as follows:

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Our Audiology Team Can Help You

Still got questions?

If you or a loved one has any questions about hearing aids and choosing the best ones, we’re ready to help. You can get in touch with one of our audiologists here. 

If you’re looking for the best place to start with your hearing healthcare, a comprehensive hearing assessment by an audiologist will define exactly what your needs are and your best next steps. The rest is up to you.

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Dr. Kalyn Bradford Au.D.

Dr. Kalyn Bradford is the director of hearing aid services here at Physician's Hearing Care. She completed her externship with Physician's Hearing Care in 2013 and subsequently joined the practice in 2014 after graduating with her doctoral degree in audiology from Louisiana Tech University. She joined PHC as a clinical audiologist, where she performed comprehensive audiological exams and specialized in helping patients to hear better using the latest hearing aid technology available. She has carried that experience into her current role as director of hearing aid services, where she does an excellent job managing the audiologists to ensure that all patients are treated with the best hearing care possible.

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