Compare 97 audiologists in Minneapolis, MN. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Audiologists
100%
Accepting patients
29%
Most common: AUD
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Minneapolis benefits from a healthcare ecosystem built around competition between three major systems: Allina Health, Fairview/M Health, and HealthPartners. The University of Minnesota Medical Center adds academic depth, and the city's Scandinavian-rooted public health tradition means preventive care infrastructure is strong. Minnesota consistently ranks among the healthiest states, and Minneapolis reflects that.
Minneapolis has 97 audiologists. The most common credential is AUD (29%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
The major hospital campuses form a loose triangle: the University of Minnesota Medical Center near Dinkytown, Abbott Northwestern in south Minneapolis near Uptown, and Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC) downtown. Metro Transit bus and light rail connect many of these campuses. In winter, patients should plan extra travel time and consider the skyway system downtown for walking between appointments near Hennepin Healthcare.
Providers practice throughout Minneapolis. Uptown is a vibrant neighborhood near the Chain of Lakes with community clinics and proximity to Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Northeast Minneapolis is a diverse arts district with growing healthcare options and Hennepin Healthcare facilities. North Loop is a trendy warehouse district downtown with walking access to Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC). Loring Park is adjacent to downtown and the Hennepin Healthcare campus, with specialist offices in nearby medical buildings.
Nearby hospitals include University of Minnesota Medical Center, Abbott Northwestern Hospital (Allina Health), and Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC). Local training programs run through University of Minnesota Medical School and Augsburg University. Minnesota is consistently ranked among the healthiest states in the US, with Minneapolis having exceptional healthcare access.
A hearing evaluation lasts 60 to 90 minutes. The audiologist will ask about your hearing concerns, noise exposure history, and medical history. Testing takes place in a soundproof booth and includes pure-tone audiometry (beep test), speech recognition testing, and middle ear function testing (tympanometry). Results are shown on an audiogram. If hearing loss is found, the audiologist will explain the type and degree and discuss options. For hearing aids, a separate fitting appointment (60 minutes) involves selecting devices, taking ear impressions or scans, and programming the aids to your hearing profile.
See an audiologist if you have difficulty hearing conversations (especially in noisy environments), need people to repeat themselves frequently, turn up the TV louder than others prefer, experience ringing or buzzing in your ears (tinnitus), have dizziness or balance problems, or were exposed to a loud noise that affected your hearing. Newborns who do not pass their hospital hearing screening are referred to an audiologist. Adults should have a baseline hearing test by age 50, or earlier if exposed to noise at work or through hobbies.
Hearing evaluation: $0-75 copay (diagnostic) · Hearing aids: $1,000-4,000 per ear · OTC hearing aids: $200-800/pair · Balance evaluation: $50-100 copay · Tinnitus evaluation: $50-100 copay
Minneapolis, MN has 97 licensed audiologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of audiologists in Minneapolis, MN are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
MNsure is the state ACA marketplace, with plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, HealthPartners, Medica, and UCare. Minnesota Medical Assistance (Medicaid) and MinnesotaCare provide coverage for lower-income residents. Employer plans often run through BCBS, HealthPartners, or Medica. The Twin Cities have one of the highest insured rates in the country.
A hearing evaluation copay is $0 to $75 (diagnostic). Hearing aids cost $1,000 to $4,000 per ear. OTC hearing aids cost $200 to $800 per pair. A balance evaluation copay is $50 to $100. Actual costs in Minneapolis, MN depend on the provider and your insurance plan. If your plan does not cover hearing aids, ask the audiologist about financing, manufacturer rebates, and charitable programs. Veterans may be eligible for hearing aids through the VA at no cost. Over-the-counter hearing aids are a lower-cost option for mild to moderate hearing loss.
Minneapolis healthcare is split among Allina Health (Abbott Northwestern, Unity, and Mercy hospitals), Fairview/M Health (University of Minnesota Medical Center), and HealthPartners (Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Park Nicollet in St. Louis Park). Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC) is the county safety-net system. Your insurance network often determines which system you can access most affordably.
31% of audiologists in Minneapolis, MN accept Medicare. Medicare covers diagnostic hearing evaluations ordered by a physician but does not cover routine hearing exams or hearing aids. Medicare Advantage plans may include hearing aid benefits ($500-$2,000+ per ear). You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some audiologists in Minneapolis, MN accept Medical Assistance / MinnesotaCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers hearing services for children in all states under EPSDT, including hearing aids. Adult hearing aid coverage varies by state. Diagnostic evaluations are generally covered. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medical Assistance / MinnesotaCare participation before scheduling.
Allina Health is the largest system in the Twin Cities, operating Abbott Northwestern (the highest-volume hospital in the metro). Fairview/M Health includes the University of Minnesota Medical Center and is more research-oriented. HealthPartners is a consumer-governed nonprofit that runs both insurance plans and hospitals. Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC) is the public safety-net system and a Level I trauma center.
Snow and ice can disrupt appointment schedules from November through March. Most clinics have cancellation policies for weather events. The skyway system downtown provides climate-controlled walking access near Hennepin Healthcare. If you rely on Metro Transit, check for service alerts during major storms.
Top accepted carriers in Minneapolis, MN include qhp-73751, qhp-57845, unitedhealthcare, medicare, and qhp-89364.
Diagnostic hearing evaluations ordered to investigate a medical complaint (hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness) are covered by most insurance plans and Medicare. Routine hearing screenings without a medical reason may not be covered. Hearing aid coverage varies widely: some plans include a benefit ($500 to $3,000 per ear every few years), while others exclude hearing aids entirely. Federal employee plans and many state Medicaid programs cover hearing aids. Over-the-counter hearing aids do not require a prescription and are not covered by insurance.