Hearing Aids in the Bay Area
Prices, insurance and trial terms are the questions people ask first, so this page answers them first. It also explains what real-ear measurement is, why it matters and how to tell whether a provider does it. At the bottom you will find both offices with full details.
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At a glance
- A good fitting includes a full hearing test, real-ear measurement, a written trial and follow-up visits.
- Our trial is 45 days with a full refund or exchange and no restocking fee, in writing. California Civil Code section 1793.02 sets a 45-day minimum for hearing aids sold in the state.
- Typical market ranges per device are about $1,000 to $2,000 for entry level, $2,000 to $3,000 for mid level and $3,000 to $4,000 or more for premium.
- The bundle covers fitting, real-ear measurement, follow-up visits, cleanings, the manufacturer warranty, counseling and the trial.
- We have two offices, one phone number and one clinical team and one set of records for both.
What a good Bay Area fitting includes
The chart below lists the five things we think every fitting should include, why each matters and how to check it. Ask any provider to answer the right-hand column before you buy. A provider who does all five is easy to find in the Bay Area. A provider who skips one is worth asking about.
| What it is | Why it matters | How to check it |
|---|---|---|
| A full hearing test | Choosing a device without one is guessing | Ask to see your audiogram |
| Real-ear measurement | Shows what the aid delivers in your ear, not what software predicts | Ask whether a probe microphone goes in your ear |
| A written trial | Lets you test the aids in your own life | Ask for the days, refund and fees in writing |
| Follow-up visits | Adjustments after the first days are where most benefit is built | Ask how many visits the price includes |
| Service after the sale | Aids need cleaning, repair and warranty support | Ask what is included and for how long |
Real-ear verification: the step that changes the result
Real-ear measurement places a thin tube microphone in your ear canal and measures what the hearing aid actually delivers to your eardrum. Every ear canal differs, so the software's prediction can miss. HearAdvisor's lab scored the Phonak Sphere Infinio Ultra 3.1 of 5 for speech in noise at the maker's first fit and 5.0 after proper tuning, a gap larger than the difference between an average aid and a good one. We measure at the fitting and again when settings change. See what real-ear measurement is.
What hearing aids cost here
We publish market ranges, not a price list, because the price depends on your fitting. A pair commonly runs from about $2,000 to $8,000 or more. By device, entry level is about $1,000 to $2,000 per device, mid level about $2,000 to $3,000 and premium about $3,000 to $4,000 or more. Ask for a written quote that lists what is included. Our guide to what a hearing aid costs goes through the factors.
The trial: 45 days, in writing
Our trial is 45 days with a full refund or exchange and no restocking fee, in writing. California Civil Code section 1793.02 requires a 45-day minimum for hearing aids sold in the state, so a shorter trial is a question to ask. During the trial we adjust the aids to your life, and we ask you to tell us where they fall short.
Insurance, Medicare and payment
Original Medicare does not cover hearing aids. We offer courtesy billing and benefit checks, and we accept CareCredit and HSA and FSA payments. We do not list which plans we work with on this page. Call 650-342-9449 with your plan and we will check before your visit.
Areas we serve
Our San Mateo and San Carlos offices serve the Peninsula, and patients also come from San Francisco, the South Bay and the East Bay. Our city pages list the full service area, so look for your town there.
Our offices
San Mateo: 88 N. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401. Open Monday to Thursday 9 to 5 and Friday 9 to 3. There is a lot behind the building, a ramp and a short walk from Caltrain. San Carlos: 1008 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA 94070. Open Monday to Wednesday 9 to 1 and 2 to 5, Thursday 9 to 12 and 1 to 5, and Friday 9 to 12 and 12:30 to 3. One phone number serves both: 650-342-9449. Book online, by phone or through the contact form, and most patients do not need a physician referral. The first visit takes about an hour.
Book a visit
Book a hearing evaluation at our San Mateo office or our San Carlos office, or call 650-342-9449. If you already own hearing aids, ask about a second-opinion visit.
Last updated and sources
Last updated November 4, 2026. What changed: this is the first version. Prices are market ranges from our own cost pages and may change. Sources: our pages on what a hearing aid costs and hearing aid fitting, California Civil Code section 1793.02 and HearAdvisor results as reported by HearingTracker.
Medical information notice
This page offers general information. It is not medical advice, and it does not diagnose or recommend treatment. Prices and terms may change. Sudden hearing loss, hearing loss in one ear, ear pain or dizziness need prompt medical care. Call 650-342-9449 to book at our San Mateo office, 88 N. San Mateo Drive, or our San Carlos office, 1008 Laurel Street.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered
How much do hearing aids cost in the Bay Area?
Our market ranges are about $1,000 to $2,000 per device at entry level, $2,000 to $3,000 at mid level and $3,000 to $4,000 or more at premium. The price depends on your fitting. Ask for a written quote.
Is there a trial period for hearing aids in California?
Yes. California Civil Code section 1793.02 sets a 45-day minimum. Ours is 45 days with a full refund or exchange and no restocking fee, in writing.
Does Medicare cover hearing aids?
Original Medicare does not. Some Medicare Advantage plans include a benefit. Call 650-342-9449 and we will check your plan.
What is real-ear verification?
A probe microphone in your ear canal measures what the aid delivers, and we adjust until it meets the target for your test.
Do I need a referral to see an audiologist?
Most patients do not need a physician referral. Some insurance plans differ, so check with yours.
Do you see patients from San Francisco and the South Bay?
Yes. Many of our patients travel from across the Bay Area to our San Mateo and San Carlos offices.