NORTH CAROLINA HEARING AID SPECIALIST REGULATIONS
EXAMINATION COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
North Carolina State Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters Board - ANS ... The
regulatory body responsible for overseeing the licensure and practice of hearing
aid specialists in North Carolina.
Fitting and Selling Hearing Aids - ANS ... Involves the evaluation of hearing
capabilities using audiometers or other tools, includes the selection, adaptation, and
sale of hearing aids to compensate for hearing loss, and includes creating ear
impressions.
Hearing Aid - ANS ... Any device designed to improve or compensate for hearing
loss, including attachments or accessories.
Hearing Aid Specialist - ANS ... A person licensed by the Board to engage in the
professional activities related to fitting and selling hearing aids.
Over-the-counter Hearing Aid - ANS ... Hearing aids defined by 21 C.F.R. §
800.30(b), which allows for direct purchase by consumers without a prescription.
Registered Sponsor - ANS ... A licensed audiologist or hearing aid specialist
approved by the Board to supervise apprentices.
Key Amendments - ANS ... 2011-311, s. 1: Added provisions regarding licensing
and practice standards; 2013-410, s. 32.5(a): Revised definitions related to
, hearing aids and specialists; 2023-129, s. 3.1(a): Updated regulations to include
over-the-counter hearing aids.
Scope of Practice for Hearing Aid Specialists - ANS ... Includes various professional
activities related to evaluating hearing, fitting hearing aids, providing patient care,
and supervising apprentices.
Ordering and Authorizing Prescription Hearing Aids - ANS ... Hearing aid specialists
can order, authorize, fit, and sell prescription hearing aids (per 21 C.F.R. § 801)
without requiring authorization from other healthcare providers.
Eliciting Patient Histories - ANS ... Collecting and evaluating the patient's medical
history, particularly related to hearing health.
Performing Hearing Evaluations - ANS ... Conducting evaluations to assess the
patient's hearing levels and conditions.
Administering and Interpreting Hearing Tests - ANS ... Specialists are qualified to
administer tests of hearing and interpret the results.
Referrals for Further Intervention - ANS ... Making referrals for cochlear implant
evaluations or other necessary medical or clinical interventions when appropriate.
Determining Candidacy for Hearing Aids and Devices - ANS ... Assessing whether a
patient is suitable for hearing aids, tinnitus management devices, or other assistive
listening devices.
Providing Recommendations for Hearing Devices - ANS ... Offering advice on the
selection of hearing aids, tinnitus management devices, and other assistive devices
based on patient needs.
EXAMINATION COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
North Carolina State Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters Board - ANS ... The
regulatory body responsible for overseeing the licensure and practice of hearing
aid specialists in North Carolina.
Fitting and Selling Hearing Aids - ANS ... Involves the evaluation of hearing
capabilities using audiometers or other tools, includes the selection, adaptation, and
sale of hearing aids to compensate for hearing loss, and includes creating ear
impressions.
Hearing Aid - ANS ... Any device designed to improve or compensate for hearing
loss, including attachments or accessories.
Hearing Aid Specialist - ANS ... A person licensed by the Board to engage in the
professional activities related to fitting and selling hearing aids.
Over-the-counter Hearing Aid - ANS ... Hearing aids defined by 21 C.F.R. §
800.30(b), which allows for direct purchase by consumers without a prescription.
Registered Sponsor - ANS ... A licensed audiologist or hearing aid specialist
approved by the Board to supervise apprentices.
Key Amendments - ANS ... 2011-311, s. 1: Added provisions regarding licensing
and practice standards; 2013-410, s. 32.5(a): Revised definitions related to
, hearing aids and specialists; 2023-129, s. 3.1(a): Updated regulations to include
over-the-counter hearing aids.
Scope of Practice for Hearing Aid Specialists - ANS ... Includes various professional
activities related to evaluating hearing, fitting hearing aids, providing patient care,
and supervising apprentices.
Ordering and Authorizing Prescription Hearing Aids - ANS ... Hearing aid specialists
can order, authorize, fit, and sell prescription hearing aids (per 21 C.F.R. § 801)
without requiring authorization from other healthcare providers.
Eliciting Patient Histories - ANS ... Collecting and evaluating the patient's medical
history, particularly related to hearing health.
Performing Hearing Evaluations - ANS ... Conducting evaluations to assess the
patient's hearing levels and conditions.
Administering and Interpreting Hearing Tests - ANS ... Specialists are qualified to
administer tests of hearing and interpret the results.
Referrals for Further Intervention - ANS ... Making referrals for cochlear implant
evaluations or other necessary medical or clinical interventions when appropriate.
Determining Candidacy for Hearing Aids and Devices - ANS ... Assessing whether a
patient is suitable for hearing aids, tinnitus management devices, or other assistive
listening devices.
Providing Recommendations for Hearing Devices - ANS ... Offering advice on the
selection of hearing aids, tinnitus management devices, and other assistive devices
based on patient needs.
