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Audiology and Hearing Services

Provided by: Government of Saskatchewan - Health

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Service Description

Audiology and hearing services to Saskatchewan residents

Children’s Hearing Tests

  • through clinics in Regina (306-766-5625) and Saskatoon (306-655-4170)
  • clinics have children’s hearing aids for purchase
  • hearing tests and aids also accessible in some private clinics

Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program

  • newborns receive a hearing screening test before being discharged from the hospital to identify early signs of hearing difficulty
  • newborn hearing screening tests are currently available only to babies born in hospitals
  • call 306-655-6747 for further information

Public Coverage for Hearing Tests and Hearing Aids

  • there is a charge for hearing tests and hearing aids whether purchased through the health authority or private clinics
  • hearing tests and hearing aids are a benefit for individuals with coverage under the Supplementary Health Benefits (children and adults) and Family Health Benefits (children)
  • for more about hearing services covered under these programs, contact Supplementary Health

Specialized Audiology Services in Saskatchewan

  • auditory brainstem response testing and support services for cochlear implants and bone anchored hearing devices is available for adults and children
  • read Hearing Services Q&A for more information

Cochlear Implant Processor Replacement Program

  • provides children and adults with assistance toward the cost of external sound processor replacement using a co-pay model
  • for those who do not have coverage through other programs
  • visit the website for details regarding program eligibility

Hearing Aid Clinics List

  • visit website to download a list of hearing aid clinics in Saskatchewan

Licensing and Complaints

  • the Ministry of Health is responsible for issuing licenses, monitoring compliance to legislation and investigating complaints
  • for complaints and concerns complete the Complaint Reporting Form online or contact the Ministry of Health through the Community Care Branch at 306-787-1957

Eligibility

No restrictions

Application Process

Children's Hearing Tests and Aids

  • contact 306-655-4170 for Saskatoon and area, or 306-766-5625 for Regina and area 

Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program

  • call 306-655-6747 for further information

Public Coverage for Hearing Tests and Hearing Aids

Specialized Audiology Services in Saskatchewan

Cochlear Implant Processor Replacement Program

  • visit the website for details regarding program eligibility

Licensing and Complaints

  • for complaints and concerns about hearing aid services received in the private sector, complete the Complaint Reporting Form online or contact the Ministry of Health through the Community Care Branch at 306-787-1957

 

Documents Required

May vary; contact for information

Fees

Fees for hearing tests and hearing aids whether purchased through the health authority or private clinics

Possible coverage through Supplementary Health Benefits (children and adults) or Family Health Benefits (children) - contact for more information

Office: 306-787-7239

Continuing Care Branch

Saskatchewan Health Authority : 306-655-6747

Info about hearing health services

Fax: 306-787-7095

Hours of Operation

Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm (Continuing Care Branch phone line)

Service Website

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/accessing-health-care-services/audiology-and-hearing-services

Email

info@health.gov.sk.ca

Coverage Area

Saskatchewan Saskatoon Regina

Languages Offered

English

Regina – Acute and Emergency Services Branch / Drug Plan and Extended Benefits Branch / Community Care Branch / SAIL

Address

3475 Albert Street
Regina SK  S4S 6X6

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Location Info

Hours of Operation

Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm (Continuing Care Branch phone line)

Accessibility

Wheelchair access - designated parking spaces; Wheelchair access - front or side or back doors; Wheelchair access - ramps; Wheelchair access - washrooms (at least one); Wheelchair access - call for details or special appointment req’d

Office: 306-787-7239

Continuing Care Branch

Saskatchewan Health Authority : 306-655-6747

Info about hearing health services

Fax: 306-787-7095

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