Hearing Tests in Southern and Central CA
Accurate hearing evaluations are the essential first step toward better hearing. Schedule your comprehensive hearing test at one of our four California locations.
Four Locations Serving Southern and Central California
Apple Valley, CA
17768 Wika Rd #200
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 503-1700
Visalia, CA
5215 W Noble Ave Suite 113
Visalia, CA 93277
(760) 503-1700
La Verne, CA
2125 Wright Ave # C8
La Verne, CA 91750
(760) 503-1700
Jess Ranch, CA
19015 Town Center Dr #104
Apple Valley, CA 92308
(760) 503-1700
Why a Hearing Test Matters
Hearing loss often develops gradually, making it easy to overlook until it significantly affects your daily life. A professional hearing test provides clarity about your hearing health and serves as the foundation for any treatment plan. Whether you’ve noticed difficulty following conversations or simply want to establish a baseline for future comparison, a hearing evaluation offers valuable insight.
At Optimum Audiology, Dr. Kristi Mendoza and our team conduct thorough hearing assessments at our Apple Valley, Jess Ranch, Visalia, and La Verne locations. We also offer telehealth consultations and concierge services throughout Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange Counties.
What Happens During Your Hearing Test
Your evaluation takes place in a professional sound booth designed to eliminate background noise and ensure accurate results. The process typically includes several diagnostic methods, each measuring a different aspect of your hearing ability.
Audiometry
This common test involves listening to tones at various pitches and volumes through headphones. You’ll indicate when you hear each sound, allowing us to map your hearing thresholds across different frequencies.
Otoacoustic Emissions Testing
A small probe placed in your ear canal measures the sounds your inner ear produces in response to stimuli. Absent or weak emissions can indicate damage to the hair cells responsible for transmitting sound signals.
Speech Testing
Hearing tones is one thing—understanding speech is another. During this portion, you’ll repeat words and phrases to determine how clearly you perceive spoken language, which directly affects everyday communication.
Understanding Your Results
After testing, we review your audiogram together. This graph displays your hearing thresholds across the frequency spectrum, showing exactly where your hearing is strong and where it may need support. Results fall into categories ranging from normal hearing (ability to detect sounds at 25dB or softer) to profound hearing loss (requiring sounds louder than 90dB).
Most hearing loss doesn’t affect all frequencies equally. You might hear low-pitched sounds perfectly while struggling with higher frequencies where consonant sounds occur. Your audiogram reveals these patterns and guides treatment recommendations.
The Next Step After Testing
If hearing loss is present, Dr. Mendoza will discuss your options. Optimum Audiology follows best practices for hearing aid fittings, including Real Ear Measurement verification on every device. This ensures your hearing aids are programmed precisely for your unique hearing profile rather than generic manufacturer settings.
Our hybrid service model means follow-up care fits your schedule. Remote programming adjustments, curbside appointments, and telehealth visits minimize trips to the office while keeping your hearing optimized.
Schedule Your Evaluation
Whether you’re concerned about changes in your hearing or a loved one has encouraged you to get tested, taking action now can prevent further decline and improve your quality of life. Seniors, Veterans, and adults throughout Southern and Central California trust Optimum Audiology for honest answers and personalized care.
Request a callback today to schedule your hearing test at the location most convenient for you.
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Take the first step toward better hearing with a personalized consultation - our expert team is ready to help you reconnect with the sounds that matter most.
Your Questions Answered
Frequently asked questions
With over 30 years of experience, we understand you may have questions about hearing health, treatment options, and what to expect from your visit. Dr. Mendoza and our team have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you feel informed and confident about your care.
A comprehensive hearing evaluation typically takes 45 minutes to one hour. This allows time for multiple diagnostic tests, a review of your results, and discussion of any questions you may have.
No. Hearing tests are completely non-invasive and painless. You'll simply listen to sounds through headphones and respond when you hear them. Some tests involve a small probe placed gently in your ear canal, but there's no discomfort.
Adults should have a baseline hearing test by age 50, then follow up every three years. If you have known hearing loss, work in noisy environments, or notice changes in your hearing, annual testing is recommended.
No referral is necessary to schedule a hearing test at Optimum Audiology. Simply call or text our office to book your appointment at any of our four California locations.
Please bring your insurance card, a list of current medications, and any previous hearing test results if available. If you wear hearing aids, bring them along so we can check their function.
Many insurance plans cover diagnostic hearing evaluations. Our team can verify your benefits before your appointment and explain any out-of-pocket costs. We accept most major insurance plans.
Online hearing screenings can indicate whether you might have hearing loss, but they cannot diagnose the type, cause, or degree of impairment. In-office testing in a controlled sound booth provides accurate, comprehensive results needed for treatment planning.
While hearing tests don't directly measure tinnitus, they often reveal underlying hearing loss associated with ringing or buzzing in the ears. We offer specialized tinnitus evaluations for patients experiencing these symptoms, and we are a Lenire provider, a ground-breaking at home Tinnitus treatment device.
Dr. Mendoza will explain your results and discuss treatment options tailored to your specific hearing profile. This may include hearing aids fitted using Real Ear Measurement, assistive devices, or other interventions based on your needs and lifestyle.
Yes. Dr. Mendoza has over 30 years of experience working with Veterans who experience hearing loss and tinnitus from service-related noise exposure. We understand the unique challenges Veterans face and provide compassionate, knowledgeable care.
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Hearing Care by Optimum Audiology
Comprehensive Hearing Services
Our four California locations offer comprehensive hearing evaluations and custom fittings with compassionate care and five-star service. With Dr. Mendoza’s 30+ years of expertise, we provide personalized solutions from all top manufacturers. Flexible service options, including remote programming and concierge visits, ensure ongoing support throughout your hearing health journey.
Hear From Our Customers
What Our Customers Say
Our patients’ experiences speak to our dedication to compassionate care and five-star service. Families across Southern and Central California report clearer conversations, renewed confidence, and transformative improvements in their daily lives through Dr. Mendoza’s expert care and personalized hearing solutions.
