DR. MEGAN MARIE FARINA AU.D.
NPI 1831710656
Audiologist in Largo, FL

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test

A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Evaluation and testing for balance with recording

This procedure involves a series of evaluations and tests to analyze your balance. Recordings are made to track your performance, helping identify any issues. This aids in determining the best treatment for any balance disorders you may have.

This service was performed 80 times for 80 patients

Evaluation of brain response to sound for diagnosis of nervous system disorders with interpretation and report

This procedure examines how your brain responds to sound, aiding in the diagnosis of nervous system disorders. It involves playing sounds and monitoring brain activity, followed by an expert interpretation and report.

This service was performed 69 times for 69 patients

Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of repeated sounds with interpretation and report

This procedure involves placing a probe in your ear to measure how it responds to repeated sounds. The data is then interpreted by a computer to assess your hearing health. The findings are compiled into a report for further evaluation.

This service was performed 24 times for 24 patients

Test for ability to detect and repeat spoken words

This procedure assesses your ability to understand and repeat spoken words. You'll listen to a series of words and then repeat them back. It helps identify any issues related to hearing or speech comprehension, crucial for effective communication.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using 3 positions with recording

This test checks for unusual eye movements. You'll be asked to look in three different directions while a device records your eye movements. It helps identify any eye muscle or nerve issues. It's non-invasive and painless.

This service was performed 143 times for 92 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using a rotating chair

A rotating chair test helps doctors assess balance issues. You'll sit in a motorized chair that spins at controlled speeds. As the chair moves, your eye movements are monitored to identify any irregularities, which can indicate balance disorders.

This service was performed 103 times for 103 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement with recording

This procedure checks for unusual eye movement. It involves recording your eye movements while you follow a light or object with your eyes. This helps identify any issues with how your eyes move or focus, aiding in the diagnosis of certain conditions.

This service was performed 143 times for 92 patients

Test for balance and posture

A balance and posture test assesses your ability to maintain steady positioning and coordination. It involves simple tasks like standing on one foot or walking in a straight line. This helps identify any issues with your balance system, which can affect daily activities.

This service was performed 35 times for 35 patients

Test for eardrum and muscle function

This test assesses the health of your eardrum and muscles linked to hearing. A small device is placed in your ear that creates pressure changes and sounds. Your ear's responses are recorded to determine if they are functioning properly.

This service was performed 66 times for 66 patients

Test for hearing various pitches using earphone

This is a hearing test where earphones are worn to detect different pitch levels. Sounds of various frequencies are played, and you indicate when you hear them. This helps evaluate your hearing ability. It's safe, comfortable, and non-invasive.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation

This test, known as an auditory brainstem response test, checks how your inner ear responds to sound. It measures the electrical signals your ear sends to your brain when it hears a noise. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure that helps identify hearing issues.

This service was performed 68 times for 68 patients

Use of electrodes during balance testing

Balance testing with electrodes involves attaching small sensors to your skin. These sensors record your body's responses to various balance tests. They help in assessing your balance and coordination by measuring your body's electrical activity as you perform specific tasks.

This service was performed 216 times for 152 patients

Vemp testing of lower branch of inner ear nerve with interpretation and report

VEMP testing is a safe procedure used to evaluate the functioning of your inner ear nerves. It involves playing sounds into your ears and recording the responses from your muscles. This helps detect any abnormalities in your inner ear. The results are then interpreted and reported by a specialist.

This service was performed 27 times for 27 patients

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