Audiology Services: Procedural Requirements

01. Additional Testing. Any hearing testing beyond the basic comprehensive audiometry and impedance testing must be ordered in writing. (7-1-26) 02. Provider Documentation Requirements. Documentation of the following must be kept on file by the provider: (7-1-26) a. The participant's diagnosis; (7-1-26) b. The results of the basic comprehensive audiometric exam that include pure tone, air and bone conduction, speech reception threshold, most comfortable loudness, discrimination and impedance testing; and (7-1-26) c. The brand name and model type of the hearing aid with warranty and insurance information. (7-1-26) 03. Warranties. Providers will exercise the use of warranties or insurance during the first year following the purchase of the hearing aid when applicable. Provider services are included in the purchase of the non- implantable hearing aid for the first two (2) years and one (1) year for implantable hearing aid including proper fitting and refitting of the ear mold or aid, instructions on the aid’s use, and extended insurance coverage. (7-1-26) 04. Waiver of Impedance Test. The Department will allow a physician or non-physician practitioner to waive the impedance test based on their documented judgment. (7-1-26) 264. – 269. (RESERVED) SUB AREA: DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, PROSTHETICS, IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.03.26 Department of Health & Welfare Medicaid Plan Benefits Section 272 Page 75 ORTHOTICS, AND SUPPLIES (DMEPOS) (Sections 270-279) 270. – 271. (RESERVED)