ATLAS Over-the-Counter (OTC)
Hearing Aid
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Assistant App & Self-Analysis Online Tool
for perceived mild to moderate hearing loss
The October 2021 FDA Proposed Rule establishes OTC hearing aids to improve access to millions
37.5 M American adults report hearing troubles
Only 20% use hearing aids
Due to cost, purchase restrictions, social stigma, perceived poor performance of hearing aids
OTC Hearing Aids address these issues
User decision
Self-diagnose condition
No prescription,
no involvement of licensed professionals
User control
Control, customize
settings
Know when to seek medical consult
Hearing aid quality
Effectiveness, Safety, Design per national standards,
care and maintenance support
Ease of purchase
No state/federal restrictions,
no appointment,
lower cost due manufacturer competition
ATLAS OTC Hearing Aid
Provides sound amplification for those who are at least 18 years old and have self-identified mild to moderate hearing loss.
The Hearing aid can be obtained online without a prescription and without the involvement of a licensed professional.
ATLAS OTC Assistant App
Provides functions to improve OTC hearing aid use, monitor and support safe listen practices, guide hearing aid maintenance and communicate with caregivers.
The App functions do not control or impact functioning of the OTC hearing aid.
ATLAS OTC Self-Analysis Tool
Interactive questionnaire tool to evaluate, treat and monitor hearing health and quality of life with OTC hearing aid.
Products in development and will conform to the Final OTC Rule
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