Empire Hearing & Audiology by AudioNova
Smithtown , NY 11787
Fax: 631-360-7477
Tuesday: 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Wednesday: 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Thursday: 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Friday: 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
- In Person
- Curbside
- Virtual
What we offer
Comprehensive & holistic care
Unlike other clinics that are limited to offering hearing aids from one brand, we offer solutions and technology from a wide range of top-tier brands, enabling our providers to find the perfect device and fit for each patient.
Treating hearing loss starts here
When you visit in person for a risk-free evaluation, you’ll receive an in-ear examination as well as a comprehensive hearing test, including Otoscopy, Tympanometry, Tone Test, Bone Conduction and Speech Discrimination. Can’t make it to the office? Meet with us curbside or virtually!
Hearing aids & treatment
Our clinicians are extremely knowledgeable on the latest technology and will work with you to find the best solution to fit your lifestyle. We offer a wide range of hearing aid brands, with styles, and technology to fit your needs and budget.
Tinnitus testing & treatment
While there is no cure for tinnitus, it can improve greatly with treatment. A full examination including diagnostic testing often pinpoints the underlying cause of the tinnitus, and various treatments are available to help with the symptoms.
Hearing protection
We specialize in hearing protection for recreation and high-noise jobs, with different levels of attenuation and protection available. From custom in-ear monitors to filtered ear plugs, we have multiple options for protection.
Insurance counseling
Navigating your insurance benefits is no easy task. That’s why we have insurance specialists on-staff who are happy to verify your benefits and take the time to explain them. Relax in the knowledge that we work with most major insurance brands — and let us handle the hard stuff.
Additional Clinic Details
New Name, Same Quality Care
Hearing Health USA is now part of the Empire Hearing & Audiology family. While our name may be changing, our commitment to providing premium hearing care to our patients has not changed. We look forward to continuing to serve the area and to seeing our existing patients as well as welcoming new patients to our practice.
Offering Telehealth and Virtual Services
At Empire Hearing & Audiology, we offer telehealth services to those “snowbirds” who travel outside of our area or simply can’t make it in to our clinic. Telehealth is also available to those who are not comfortable or unable to leave their home at this time.
Patient Reviews
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09/06/2024My mom, Sarah S, has been going to Empire for 2 years. They have very caring and professional. Grateful for them all. -
08/31/2024Great Experience. Kim and Kim are the best! Went for hearing test and walked out with a brand new pair of hearing aids. Everything went so well that I had my Mother visit with them the next day. Mom was also amazed that she went for hearing test and came out with a brand new pair of hearing aids. Great pricing and great service. You should call them for appointment! Forget Costco :( -
08/16/2024My Grandfather went to this location and wrote this review. " I've been a client / consumer of the Empire hearing office here in Smithtown, NY and I'm happy to report I am extremely satisfied with my 4th set of hearing aids recently received, since my first at this office several years ago. The products and service can only be described as superlative, professional, and extremely thorough, as the aids have clearly enhanced my life. I look forward to all follow up appointments, which includes a helpful confirmation reminder call a few days in advance. Bravo to Dr. McNicholl and Kim, office coordinator, for making this experience in the later years most comfortable. Fred Barnett " -
08/09/2024from check in to check out this was a wonderful experience even drawing in my most reluctant spouse We have been trying a week with the most comfortable hearing aids offering the best clarity and sound Ive ever experienced. Even m y husband who has never been happy before and resisted wearing anything in his ears is so appreciative of the comfort and clarity these provide. I think this is the beginning of a great relationship. -
07/14/2024Best care and service. -
06/21/2024Very friendly office. Doctor answered all my questions. -
04/25/2024Extremely kind. They truly go out of their way to be sure you receive excellent care. Instead of trying to sell you on a product, they are insuring that your needs are not just 'met', but exceeded. I am very, very pleased. -
04/19/2024Timely, caring and efficient service -
04/07/2024DR Kimberly McNicholl is friendly, a great listener, and very thorough. She took time to listen to and address all my concerns. The office is clean and comfortable. I highly. recommend
Meet the team
Kimberly McNicholl, Au.D., CCC-A
Frequently asked questions
Can you bill wax removal to my insurance?
Audiologists and Hearing Care providers cannot bill insurance for cerumen (wax) removal, however we are trained and experienced in performing these services. We bill a nominal office visit fee for these services.
How do I properly insert my hearing protection devices?
Some hearing protection devices are marked red (right) and blue (left). If they are not marked, they are not side specific.
For custom products: Slide the thinner side into your ear canal and twist the plug until it fits comfortably in the ear. Pull up from the top of the ear, to straighten the ear canal, as you push the ear mold into the ear.
For non-custom products: Slide the thinner side into your ear canal and pull up from the top of the ear, to straighten the ear canal, as you push the ear plug into the ear. If you are using a foam plug, tightly squeeze and roll it before putting in the ear canal.
How is custom hearing protection different from non-custom hearing protection?
Custom hearing protection is modeled after an impression taken of the ear. This will provide the best and most comfortable fit in the ear, which will eliminate ear pain or soreness that can occur with non-custom products. Custom hearing protection also provides a tight seal in the ear that prevents the unwanted high-level noise to leak into the ear.