Costs
In America the cost of the Baha device is approximately $ 4000. In The Netherlands the cost of the device is approx € 3000 (in 2008). The cost of the titanium implant, surgery and aftercare from surgeon and audiologist must also be considered. In America surgery cost can cost as much as $ 30,000 including the device and can vary depending upon the type and hospital. In the UK the procedure is usually offered on the NHS, although not all areas will do this for patients who retain hearing in one ear.
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