What does an audiologist do?
An audiologist tests hearing and balance, and fits hearing aids. They treat hearing loss and ringing in the ears. Coverage for hearing aids varies by plan.
Last updated November 11, 2026
When people see one
- You have trouble hearing conversations.
- You hear ringing or buzzing in your ears.
- Your child did not pass a hearing screening.
How it differs
Ear, nose and throat doctor (ENT): An ENT is a medical doctor who treats ear conditions with medicine or surgery. An audiologist tests hearing and fits devices.
Speech-language pathologist: A speech-language pathologist treats speech and language. An audiologist treats hearing.
On 2027 Colorado plans
Do you need a referral? Plan filings list referral rules only for specialists. Some plans need a doctor's order or prior approval for this care, so check the plan's summary of benefits.
What a visit costs depends on the plan. Look for this care in the plan's summary of benefits; our quote results link to each plan's summary.
In-network care costs less. Out-of-network visits on an HMO or EPO usually aren't covered except in an emergency.
In Colorado
Public records list 557 audiologists at 331 Colorado locations. Colorado shows 1,408 active licenses of this kind, including people who don't see patients or work out of state.
- El Paso County: 50 locations
- Jefferson County: 42 locations
- Arapahoe County: 38 locations
- Denver County: 33 locations
- Adams County: 27 locations
- Boulder County: 25 locations
Counties with the fewest: Summit (1), Pitkin (1), Otero (1), Kit Carson (1), Fremont (1). 34 counties have none.
Questions to ask the office
- Are you taking new patients, and what ages do you serve?
- Do you bill my 2027 plan? Which plan and network name do you use?
- Does my plan cover hearing tests and hearing aids?
- How long is the wait for a first appointment?