Cochlear Implants in Corpus Christi, TX

At Hear Today Hearing Aids, Dr. Cheryll Gold determines cochlear implant candidacy through comprehensive audiologic evaluation. Generally, candidates have severe to profound hearing loss that hearing aids cannot adequately address. Our extensive sound testing with and without your current hearing aids helps us assess whether cochlear implants could significantly improve your hearing and quality of life.

Our thorough evaluation process includes detailed hearing history review, extensive audiometric testing, and assessment of how hearing loss impacts your daily life. Dr. Gold may coordinate additional evaluations including medical assessment with an otolaryngologist, inner ear imaging, balance testing, and evaluation of cognitive factors. We ensure you have all the information needed to make a well-informed decision.

The timeline varies by individual, but typically includes several weeks for comprehensive evaluations and medical clearance, surgical scheduling, a 3-4 week healing period after surgery, followed by device activation and multiple optimization appointments. At Hear Today Hearing Aids, we work at your comfortable pace and coordinate all aspects of your care throughout this journey.

Dr. Gold conducts your activation 3-4 weeks after surgery using specialized software to test your sound perception, establish comfortable volume levels, and assess pitch recognition. We create personalized settings tailored to your hearing needs and lifestyle. This first session begins your optimization journey, with your brain learning to interpret the new auditory input we're providing.

Yes, ongoing optimization is crucial for cochlear implant success. Hear Today Hearing Aids provides several follow-up sessions where Dr. Gold gathers feedback about your real-world hearing experiences and makes precise adjustments. We work with you for as long as needed to optimize your hearing, whether that's fine-tuning volume levels for different environments or enhancing speech clarity.

Most insurance plans cover cochlear implant evaluations and procedures when medically necessary. Hear Today Hearing Aids accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana Gold, Department of Labor, Workman's Comp, and TWC-DARS. We also offer financing options and work closely with you to understand your coverage and maximize your benefits throughout the process.

No referral is necessary to schedule your cochlear implant evaluation at Hear Today Hearing Aids. We welcome self-referrals and are happy to coordinate with your primary care physician or other healthcare providers when beneficial. Simply call our office at (361) 414-9066 to schedule your comprehensive evaluation with Dr. Gold.

Dr. Cheryll Gold's doctoral-level training and 20+ years of experience provide the specialized expertise needed for successful cochlear implant outcomes. As an audiologist, she can perform comprehensive hearing evaluations, manage complex hearing issues, and provide the detailed programming and ongoing optimization that cochlear implants require. Our audiologist-owned practice ensures expert care throughout your entire journey.

Most patients go home the same day with manageable discomfort treatable with over-the-counter pain medication. Hear Today Hearing Aids coordinates your one-week follow-up to check healing and assess your general well-being, including balance. Most patients can return to work or school after this appointment, with full activation occurring 3-4 weeks post-surgery.

From initial evaluation through long-term optimization, our audiologist-owned practice provides comprehensive support. Dr. Gold coordinates with medical specialists, guides you through each step of the process, provides detailed education about what to expect, manages your activation and programming, and offers ongoing adjustments for as long as needed to ensure your cochlear implant success and improved quality of life.