Audiologist in Bloomfield Hills, MI — Hinderliter Hearing Services
Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, Michigan serves Bloomfield Hills patients from our office at 751 Chestnut Street, Suite 203. The drive from Bloomfield Hills to our Birmingham office takes about 10 minutes south on Woodward Avenue or Telegraph Road. Dr. Kristin Hinderliter, Au.D., FAAA, has cared for Bloomfield Hills residents since 2003.
Coming from Cranbrook?
If you are looking for a hearing test near Cranbrook, we are a short drive south in Birmingham. You can schedule a hearing test appointment and review directions and parking before you arrive.
Serving Bloomfield Hills from our Birmingham office
Hinderliter Hearing Services is 4 miles north from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The drive takes about 10 minutes. Our patients come from Cranbrook, Wabeek, Lone Pine, Endicott, and Long Lake, and from neighborhoods near Cranbrook Educational Community, Bloomfield Hills Country Club, and Kingswood School. We see patients by appointment Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Call (248) 430-4416 to schedule a diagnostic hearing evaluation. We accept Medicare, BlueCross BlueShield of Michigan, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and most other major insurance plans.
Hearing care for Bloomfield Hills, MI patients
Hinderliter Hearing Services offers diagnostic hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, tinnitus evaluations, custom earplugs, and hearing aid repairs to Bloomfield Hills patients. Dr. Kristin Hinderliter, Au.D., FAAA, and Laurie Long, M.A., FAAA, fit Oticon, Phonak, Widex, ReSound, Starkey, Signia, and Unitron hearing aids. The right brand and model depends on your hearing loss, your lifestyle, and your budget — Dr. Hinderliter explains the choices in plain English at your fitting appointment.
The practice has served Oakland County since 2003 and holds a 5.0-star rating on Google across 401 patient reviews. Read more about the practice on our about page.
How should Bloomfield Hills patients choose a hearing test?
Short answer: If you notice hearing changes, start with a diagnostic hearing evaluation rather than relying on an online screening alone. At Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, the visit includes questions about your hearing and health history, an ear inspection, hearing measurements, and a clear explanation of the results and next steps.
A hearing screening can help identify people who may need more assessment, but ASHA explains that screening does not replace a diagnostic hearing evaluation by a licensed and certified audiologist. Bloomfield Hills patients can review the hearing-test steps, then request a diagnostic evaluation or contact the Birmingham office with questions.
Which hearing care service should I schedule first?
Start with a diagnostic evaluation if you have not had your hearing checked, are unsure what is causing a change, or want a baseline. A hearing-aid consultation can follow an evaluation when devices may help. If ringing or other tinnitus symptoms are your main concern, ask about a tinnitus evaluation. The right next step depends on your symptoms and hearing history, not just the city where you live.
Patient education reference: ASHA Adult Hearing Screening.
What kind of hearing visit should I book near Bloomfield Hills?
Short answer: Book a diagnostic hearing evaluation if you have new hearing changes, have not had a complete assessment, or want to understand your results. A hearing-aid consultation or follow-up makes sense when you already have hearing-test results and want to discuss devices, fitting, or adjustments. If tinnitus or communication difficulty is your main concern, mention it when you schedule so the visit can address your symptoms and history.
| Your main concern | A practical first step |
|---|---|
| New or unexplained hearing changes | Diagnostic hearing evaluation |
| Existing hearing aids or recent test results | Hearing-aid consultation or follow-up |
| Ringing, sound sensitivity, or trouble following conversation | Tinnitus or communication-focused evaluation |
Michigan audiologists are licensed through the state, and Michigan LARA provides official audiologist licensing guidance. The ASHA adult hearing-screening guidance also explains why a screening does not replace a diagnostic evaluation.
Frequently asked questions from Bloomfield Hills patients
What happens during a hearing test near Bloomfield Hills?
A diagnostic hearing evaluation includes questions about your hearing and health history, an ear inspection, hearing measurements, and a clear explanation of the results and next steps.
Should I start with a hearing screening or diagnostic evaluation?
Start with a diagnostic hearing evaluation if you notice hearing changes or need a complete assessment. A screening can identify people who may need more testing, but it does not replace a diagnostic evaluation by a licensed and certified audiologist.
Where do Bloomfield Hills residents go for hearing aids?
Bloomfield Hills patients go to Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, MI for hearing aids. The office is 4 miles south of Bloomfield Hills, about 10 minutes by car. Dr. Kristin Hinderliter, Au.D., FAAA, fits Oticon, Phonak, Widex, ReSound, and other major brands.
Is there a doctor of audiology near Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, MI is the closest doctor-owned audiology practice to Bloomfield Hills. Dr. Kristin Hinderliter holds an Au.D. from Salus University and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology.
How long is the drive from Bloomfield Hills to Hinderliter Hearing?
The drive from Bloomfield Hills, MI to Hinderliter Hearing Services at 751 Chestnut Street, Suite 203 in Birmingham takes about 10 minutes. Take Woodward Avenue south or Telegraph Road south to Maple Road.
Does Hinderliter Hearing test tinnitus for Bloomfield Hills patients?
Yes. Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, MI tests and treats tinnitus for Bloomfield Hills patients. Call (248) 430-4416 to schedule a tinnitus evaluation with Dr. Kristin Hinderliter.
Can I get hearing aid repairs near Bloomfield Hills?
Hinderliter Hearing Services in Birmingham, MI repairs hearing aids for Bloomfield Hills patients. The office is 4 miles south of Bloomfield Hills and accepts walk-in repairs during business hours when possible. Call (248) 430-4416 first to confirm availability.
What kind of hearing visit should I book near Bloomfield Hills?
Book a diagnostic hearing evaluation for new or unexplained hearing changes. A hearing-aid consultation or follow-up fits people with existing test results or hearing aids, while tinnitus or communication concerns should be mentioned when scheduling so the visit can address the symptoms and history.
Should I book a hearing-aid consultation or a diagnostic hearing evaluation?
Book a diagnostic hearing evaluation if you have not had a complete assessment or your hearing has changed. If you already have recent results or hearing aids, a hearing-aid consultation or follow-up can focus on device options, fitting, adjustments, and communication goals.
Ready to schedule from Bloomfield Hills?
Call Hinderliter Hearing Services at (248) 430-4416 or visit our contact page to request an appointment.
Read our tinnitus treatment options for Bloomfield Hills patients for a plain-English overview of evaluation and management.
Tinnitus: when to seek urgent medical care
- Tinnitus after a head injury.
- Tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, facial weakness, or a spinning sensation (vertigo).
- Tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse (pulsatile tinnitus).
Educational information, not medical advice. If you think you may have an emergency, call 911.
References: NHS tinnitus, ENT Health tinnitus.
Hearing aids near Bloomfield Hills
If you are exploring hearing aids in Bloomfield Hills, the first step is a hearing evaluation so your audiologist can match technology to your hearing needs, lifestyle, and budget. At Hinderliter Hearing Services, we walk you through style and feature options, fine-tune your fit, and provide follow-up care so your devices stay comfortable and effective.
Learn more about our process and options on our hearing aids page.
Our Metro Detroit hearing aids guide explains what Bloomfield Hills patients can ask about testing, fitting, and follow-up.
Noticing signs of hearing loss?
Our Oakland County hearing loss symptoms and screening guide explains common signs, screening versus a diagnostic evaluation, and practical next steps.
Planning for a public event?
Read our Oakland County hearing loop and venue listening guide for questions to ask about assistive listening systems, receivers, and captions.