Merit Hearing · Council Bluffs, Iowa
Audiologist and Hearing Aids in Council Bluffs
Audiology and hearing aid care in Council Bluffs, conveniently located inside Bluffs Family Healthcare.
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Contact the office
Phone: 712-323-7926
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 402-261-7310
Office hours
Thursdays: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Appointments recommended.
Council Bluffs hearing care built around you
Merit Hearing provides hearing evaluations, prescription hearing aids, professional fittings, and follow-up care at our Council Bluffs clinic. The clinic is located inside Bluffs Family Healthcare and is open Thursday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hearing evaluations
Comprehensive testing with clear explanations of your results and next steps.
Prescription hearing aids
Technology from major manufacturers with transparent prices available online.
Professional fitting
Programming, orientation, and adjustments based on your hearing and daily listening needs.
Follow-up care
Ongoing support, troubleshooting, maintenance, and hearing aid adjustments.
By-appointment care
Schedule a dedicated Council Bluffs visit online or by calling the clinic before you arrive.
Insurance guidance
Help understanding hearing benefits and available payment options.
Meet our Council Bluffs audiologist
Learn more about education, clinical interests, office information, and scheduling.
Dr. Abigail Ernest, AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist serving Council Bluffs patients by appointment.
View Dr. Ernest’s profile →Insurance and payment information
Merit Hearing works with insurance plans and hearing-benefit programs. Coverage varies, so contact the Council Bluffs office to confirm your individual benefits.
View insurance plans and hearing-benefit programs
- Aetna
- Amplifon
- Audionet
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Hearing Care Solutions
- Humana
- Iowa Total Care
- Medicare Part B
- Iowa Medicaid
- Molina of Iowa
- Nations Hearing
- TruHearing
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
- UnitedHealthcare Hearing
- Wellcare
- Wellmark BCBS
- Wellpoint Medicare Advantage
- Wellpoint Medicaid
- Your Hearing Network
Insurance credentialing may still be in progress for some plans. Contact the office before your appointment to confirm current participation and benefits.
Schedule an appointment in Council Bluffs
Use the secure scheduler below to choose an available appointment. If the appointment type you need is not listed, call the clinic directly.
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Council Bluffs audiology FAQs
Where is Merit Hearing located in Council Bluffs?
The clinic is at 3434 West Broadway, Suite 100B, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, inside Bluffs Family Healthcare. Hours are Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Can I schedule an appointment online?
Yes. Use the secure scheduler on this page. If your preferred appointment type is not shown, call 712-323-7926.
Who provides audiology care at this location?
Dr. Abigail Ernest, AuD, CCC-A supports patients at the Council Bluffs office. Visit the linked provider profile for clinical interests and additional scheduling information.
Do I need an appointment for the Council Bluffs clinic?
Appointments are recommended during Thursday office hours, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Use the online scheduler or call 712-323-7926 before visiting.
Does Merit Hearing accept insurance?
Merit Hearing works with many insurance plans and hearing-benefit programs. Benefits and participation vary, so contact the office to confirm your specific coverage.
Questions before your visit?
Call, email, or send the Council Bluffs team a message.
Local hearing accessibility resources
Find local ADA communication information and arts accessibility resources in Council Bluffs, plus additional nearby resources across the Omaha metro.
Send the Council Bluffs office a message
Please do not include medical or sensitive health information in this form. For clinical questions, call our office or use our secure online scheduling system.
How Merit Hearing works
Understand the standards behind our care. Read Our Promise and see How We Make Hearing Aid Recommendations.