Self-funded Cochlear Implants

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Self-funded Cochlear Implant Service
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University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS)

We are expecting to re-open this service shortly.  Please carefully read the information below and contact USAIS if you would like any additional information.

At USAIS, we know exactly how big an impact hearing loss has on all aspects of life. Cochlear implants can make a huge difference for those with severe to profound hearing loss, but we recognise that current NHS funding guidelines do not allow everybody who could benefit from cochlear implants to receive this treatment.

We will shortly be re-opening our self funded service for adults who could benefit from cochlear implantation but are not eligible for NHS funding.  Some people tell us they struggle for years trying to manage with gradually deteriorating hearing and little benefit from hearing aids. At USAIS, we feel that you should be able to access cochlear implant technology as soon as it would be of benefit to you.

USAIS has been providing cochlear implants for patients with a hearing loss for more than 25 years.  Our multi-disciplinary service has a world-wide reputation for excellence.

Our self-funded service runs parallel to and mirrors our NHS service.

Our self-funded service is for adults who live in the South of England and are registered with a GP in the region.  You may be eligible if you have:

  • A severe to profound hearing loss in both ears and receive no or limited benefit from conventional hearing aids and do not currently have a cochlear implant
  • One cochlear implant at our service and are interested in a second implant for the other ear
  • Single sided deafness (SSD) or asymmetrical hearing; severe to profound hearing loss in one ear

We are not currently offering a self-funded service for children.

Please contact us for further information and pricing.

Tel:      02380 593522
SMS:    07887 790765
Email: AIS.Plus@southampton.ac.uk

Link to full self funded service leaflet

Link to NHS England Areas Map – USAIS self-funded service available in the South of England