Compare 84 audiologists in Raleigh, NC. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Audiologists
100%
Accepting patients
30%
Most common: AU.D.
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Raleigh benefits enormously from sitting at one corner of the Research Triangle. While Duke (in Durham) and UNC (in Chapel Hill) get more national attention, Raleigh itself has WakeMed, UNC REX, and a Duke Raleigh campus. Residents can access three separate university hospital systems within a 30-minute drive, a concentration of academic medicine that few metro areas can match.
Raleigh has 84 audiologists. The most common credential is AU.D. (30%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Downtown Raleigh, North Hills, Five Points, and Cameron Village.
Raleigh's medical facilities are spread along the I-440 beltline and the US-70/I-40 corridor connecting to Durham and Chapel Hill. WakeMed's main campus is near downtown, while UNC REX sits near the western edge of the city. Duke Raleigh Hospital is off Wake Forest Road. The Triangle's highway network makes cross-city medical travel manageable, though there is no rail transit connecting the three cities yet.
Nearby hospitals include WakeMed Raleigh Campus, UNC REX Hospital, and Duke Raleigh Hospital. Local training programs run through North Carolina State University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (nearby). The Research Triangle region (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) has one of the highest concentrations of medical researchers per capita in the US.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina has the broadest provider network in the Triangle. UnitedHealthcare and Aetna are common through tech-sector employers. NC Medicaid is managed through WellCare, AmeriHealth Caritas, and Healthy Blue, with strong coverage at WakeMed and UNC facilities. The state employee health plan (covering NC government and university workers) is a major covered population here. 33% accept Medicare.
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
Raleigh, NC has 84 licensed audiologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of audiologists in Raleigh, NC are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina is the dominant carrier. WakeMed, Duke, and UNC Health all participate in most BCBSNC plans, but network tiers can vary. NC Medicaid through WellCare and AmeriHealth Caritas is accepted at WakeMed and UNC REX.
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 Raleigh, NC 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.
Raleigh sits at the intersection of three hospital systems: WakeMed (local), UNC Health (Chapel Hill-based), and Duke Health (Durham-based). All three have facilities in or near Raleigh. Start with your insurance network to see which system is covered.
33% of audiologists in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC accept NC Medicaid (Healthy Opportunities), 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 NC Medicaid (Healthy Opportunities) participation before scheduling.
For routine care and emergencies, WakeMed and UNC REX in Raleigh are excellent and convenient. For specialized surgery, cancer treatment, or rare conditions, Duke University Hospital and UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill offer more subspecialty depth. The drive is typically 25 to 35 minutes.
Costs are comparable between the two cities. However, the Research Triangle's three competing hospital systems can give patients more options for in-network care, which may help with out-of-pocket costs if one system offers better rates through your insurer.
Top accepted carriers in Raleigh, NC include qhp-11512, medicare, unitedhealthcare, cigna, and centene.
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.