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LIFE IS A JOURNEY.
HEAR EVERY STEP.
INTRODUCING
N U C L E U S®
HYBRID
HEARING
™
Yo u h e a r t h e r u m b l e o f t h u n d e r
but miss a bird’s chirp.
Yo u h e a r a d r u m b e a t
but miss the guitar solo.
Yo u h e a r a l o u d s h o u t
but miss a baby’s giggle.
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Yo u h e a r a j o ke
but miss the punch line.
Yo u h e a r a l i t t l e
but miss a lot.
I T ’ S T I M E T O G E T B A C K W H AT Y O U ’ V E B E E N M I S S I N G .
HYBRID HEARING : WHEN YOU
NEED MORE THAN A HEARING AID.
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If you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss but hearing aids don’t seem to be helping,
our new hearing solution offers hope.
Until now, hearing aids were the only choice for mild-to-moderately-severe hearing loss.
But hearing aids alone are often not enough because they simply amplify sound making
everything louder, including background noise. Cochlear ™ Hybrid™ Hearing is the first and
only FDA-approved hearing solution that gives you back access to the sounds you’ve been
missing while taking full advantage of the hearing you still have.
Hearing loss can vary in degrees across the full spectrum of sound. You may be able to hear
some sounds like car honks, but not high-pitched sounds like birds chirping and children’s voices.
For those missing the full spectrum of sound, speech is often difficult to understand, especially in
noisy situations.
New Cochlear Hybrid Hearing is the only hearing solution that combines the amplification
of a hearing aid with cochlear implant technology to give you access to the full spectrum
of sound – in one device. So, whether you’re on the phone, in a group, listening to music or out
in nature, the Cochlear ™ Nucleus ® Hybrid™ Implant System can help you hear better and more
clearly than hearing aids alone – especially in noisy environments. In fact, in an FDA-approved
clinical study, Hybrid System recipients reported a tenfold increase in their overall satisfaction.
10X
INCREASE
in their overall
hearing satisfaction1
2X
BETTER
hearing
in noise1
10X
INCREASE
in music
satisfaction1
Along with better satisfaction and hearing ratings, Hybrid Hearing may be more affordable than
hearing aids. Unlike hearing aids, hearing implants are covered by most private insurance plans,
including Medicare and typically Medicaid.†
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
† The Nucleus Hybrid System may be classified as new technology by health plans and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis until universal adoption.
Cochlear is being proactive in working with insurance companies to expand consideration of coverage for the Nucleus Hybrid Implant System.
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“ T H I S E X P E R I E N C E H A S B E E N M I R A C U L O U S A N D L I F E - C H A N G I N G .”
Ellen D – Nucleus Hybrid System recipient
EXPERIENCE EVERYTHING
LIFE HAS TO OFFER.
If you’re struggling with hearing loss and are able to hear some sounds but not others, you’re
missing out on more than you might think. Having access to the full spectrum of sound provides
you with a more complete hearing experience and can enable you to understand the sounds
around you, especially in noisy situations.
The full spectrum of sound includes both high- and low-frequency sounds that are critical
to helping you distinguish words, hear the sounds of nature and enjoy music. Low–frequency
examples include a dog’s bark and a lawn mower while high-frequency sounds include sounds
of nature, children’s voices and sirens. Only Cochlear Hybrid Hearing* can give you access to
the sounds you’re missing, while taking advantage of the hearing you have – all in one
convenient device.
In fact, new Cochlear Hybrid Hearing is the first and only FDA-approved solution that uses
the hearing you have and provides access to the hearing you’re missing so you can enjoy a more
complete hearing experience and a richer, fuller life.
Frequency [Hz]
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0 - 25 dB HL
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MILD
26 - 40 dB HL
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41 - 55 dB HL
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HEARING ZONE
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PROFOUND
91 dB HL +
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* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
Icons and letters
represent the sounds
you can typically hear
at different volume
and pitch levels.
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NEW COCHLEAR HYBRID HEARING –
COMBINING THE BEST OF TWO
TECHNOLOGIES.
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Cochlear Hybrid Hearing is a unique combination of two proven hearing technologies. It
uses the amplification of a hearing aid that helps make the sounds you do hear louder, while
providing access to the sounds you’re missing through our most advanced cochlear implant
technology. The unique combination of these two technologies can allow you to experience the
full spectrum of sound.
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Cochlear Implants
Hearing Aids
Cochlear Nucleus Hybrid
Implant System
Combining advanced cochlear implant technology
with the amplification of a hearing aid.
Cochlear Hybrid Hearing is the only FDA-approved hearing solution that uses
the hearing you have while giving you access to the hearing you’re missing.
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
HOW IT WORKS IS AMAZING.
HEARING WITH THE NUCLEUS SYSTEM
[ 1 ] Microphones on the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor pick
up the sounds you’re missing and convert them into
digital information.
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[ 2 ] At the same time, when using Hybrid Hearing*, the
acoustic component amplifies the sounds you do hear
and sends them through the ear canal in the normal
pathway of hearing.
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[ 3 ] The missing sound information is transferred through the
coil to the Nucleus Hybrid Implant just under the skin.
[ 4 ] The Nucleus Hybrid Implant sends electrical signals down
the electrode into the cochlea.
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[ 5 ] The hearing nerve fibers in the cochlea pick up the signals,
combine them with the amplified sounds and send them
to the brain, which is translated as the sound you hear.
The Nucleus Hybrid Implant System Includes Two Components: The Nucleus 6 Sound
Processor and the Nucleus Hybrid Implant
SIMPLY SMARTER HEARING
The Nucleus Hybrid System features
our most powerful sound processor, the
Nucleus 6. The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor
includes a microchip that’s 5 times more
powerful than our previous sound processors,
enabling advanced technologies like data
logging and future upgrades.
Nucleus 6 Sound Processor
with Hybrid Hearing
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
THE PERFECT IMPLANT FOR YOUR EAR
Cochlear boasts the largest electrode
portfolio, including the Nucleus Hybrid L24,
which is designed to preserve the hearing you
have and restore access to the hearing you’re
missing. Your doctor will choose the best
implant for you.
Nucleus Hybrid Implant
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S O M E T I M E S T H E B I G G E S T M I R A C L E S A R E A L S O T H E S M A L L E S T.
THE SMALLEST SOUND PROCESSOR
THE WORLD HAS EVER SEEN.
The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor is the smallest* and smartest sound processor the world has ever
seen. It’s very light and comfortable and features a choice of rechargeable or disposable batteries.
So you’ll feel confident wearing it all day, every day.
INDUSTRY’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE WARRANTY
We understand that things happen, and when they do, you won’t have to worry because
the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor and Remote Assistants come with a no-questions-asked
5-year warranty.2
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5-YEAR
WARRANTY
2
ON SOUND PROCESSOR
AND REMOTE ASSISTANT
* Nucleus 6 Sound Processor with compact rechargeable battery.
R A I N Y D AY S A R E N O W S U N N I E R T H A N E V E R .
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COME ON IN… THE WATER’S FINE.
Whether the sun is shining or the rain is falling, we’ve got you covered. The Nucleus 6 Sound
Processor is treated with an innovative nano-coating that repels water and is designed to keep
working in any type of weather. With the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor, you can take a shower, play
in the tub and splash in the pool to your heart’s content. The sound processor also allows you to
enjoy swimming underwater when used with the waterproof Aqua+.*
Nucleus 6 Sound Processor
RAIN
B AT H
S W E AT
N A N O COAT E D
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READY TO SWIM
IN 30 SECONDS!
Nucleus 6 Sound Processor with Aqua+
POOL
SNORKEL
OCEAN
* The Aqua+ accessory is IP68 rated and is approved for use with rechargeable batteries and is not approved for use with the acoustic component.
The Nucleus 6 sound processor is water-resistant with out the Aqua+ accessory to level of IP57 of the International Standard IEC60529.
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C O N V E R S AT I O N S D O N ’ T H A V E T O S T O P
W H E N I T S TA R T S T O G E T N O I S Y .
HEAR YOUR BEST EVEN IN THE
NOISIEST ENVIRONMENTS.
You never know where life’s going to take you, and with Hybrid Hearing* your ears will be
pleasantly surprised. The Nucleus Hybrid System boasts our most powerful sound processor
yet – the Nucleus 6 – that adapts to new situations. That means you’ll hear your best wherever
you are, from a quiet street to a crowded stadium and everywhere in between.
The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor has dual–microphone zoom technology that focuses on the
direction of sounds in your environment, so you can filter out what you don’t want to hear and
tune in to what you do. Then, its innovative SmartSound® technology optimizes desired sound to
enhance your hearing even in surroundings filled with background noise so you can understand
speech more clearly.
And if you want more control over your hearing, adjusting the sound processor or utilizing
the remote assistant allows you to modify your hearing based on your particular location.
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SMARTSOUND PROGRAMS
HOME
Hear clearer and
crisper speech
FOCUS
Have a conversation
in noisy surroundings
NOISE
Hear comfortably in
noisy environments
100% OF
RECIPIENTS
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SHOWED IMPROVED HEARING IN
NOISE WITH DUAL MICROPHONE
ZOOM TECHNOLOGY
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
MUSIC
Listen to the
music you love
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MUSIC IS THE SOUNDTRACK OF LIFE… LET IT MOVE YOU.
YOUR LEVEL OF MUSIC
ENJOYMENT IS RELATED TO
OUR LEVEL OF TECHNOLOGY.
Music is an important and soothing part of life, and hearing loss shouldn’t get in the way
of enjoying it. Whether it’s listening to the philharmonic’s greatest performance or your
child’s holiday program, we help make sure you won’t miss a note. In fact, in a clinical study,
Hybrid Hearing* recipients’ ability to distinguish pitch was similar to that observed for normal
hearing individuals.4
The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor has a special Music Program that is specifically designed to
enhance your musical experience. The unique SmartSound Music Program is designed to filter
out unwanted noise in the same way that natural hearing works. The result is an enhanced
listening experience with less distracting background noise.
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WITH HYBRID HEARING,
MUSIC SATISFACTION
INCREASED
10X
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
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WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR HEARING, THERE IS
N O S U C H T H I N G A S T O O M U C H I N F O R M AT I O N .
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A SOUND PROCESSOR SO SMART,
IT CAN TELL YOU WHERE IT’S BEEN.
We know how difficult it is to remember the details of how you’re using your sound processor.
And with data logging, you don’t have to. Data logging is a minute-by-minute journal of how
your sound processor is being used that gives your audiologist key information to help identify
trends and make necessary adjustments so you’re always hearing your best.
With data logging, questions that may have been difficult to answer in the past are now
right at your audiologist’s fingertips, including:
• Which program is being used most?
• What sound environments are you experiencing the most?
• How often is the volume default setting being used?
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• What accessories are being used and how often?
Music 0.8 hrs
Groups 4.4 hrs
Program
Usage
Daily Average
Café 8.8 hrs
Home 10.0 hrs
Speech in Noise 1.7 hrs
Noise 6.0 hrs
Speech 4.4 hrs
>80 dBA 4%
70-80 dBA 6%
<40 dBA 8%
40-50 dBA 14%
60-70 dBA 25%
Wind 0.9 hrs
Scenes
Loudness
Daily Average
Distribution
Music 2.0 hrs
Quiet 9.0 hrs
50-60 dBA 43%
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E V E RYO N E WA N T S TO F E E L C O N N E C T E D J U S T N OT W I T H W I R E S .
WIRELESS FREEDOM WITH
NO STRINGS ATTACHED.
Just being able to talk on the phone like everyone else is life-changing. That’s why the
Nucleus 6 Sound Processor features a telecoil so you can stay connected without having
to plug into anything. But that’s just the beginning.
With a simple software upgrade that’s under development,* your sound processor will directly
connect to an incredibly wide range of 2.4 GHz wireless devices. That means you’ll be able to use
Bluetooth-enabled music players and some hearing aids without any wires, ear buds or additional
accessories hanging around your neck.
And the audio signals from your TV, stereo and GPS will broadcast right to your sound processor –
just like an extra speaker. So you can be a part of whatever the wireless future holds.
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Hear the TV like everyone else
when you stream directly into
your sound processor.
Stereo
Bluetooth
* Pending FDA approval for the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor.
Smartphone
MP3 Player
Remote Assistant
TWO EARS ARE BETTER THAN ONE.
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HYBRID HEARING COMBINES THE
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS… AND EARS.
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Hearing with both ears offers a clear advantage, especially when it comes to distinguishing
where sound is coming from and understanding speech in noisy environments. As a result, many
people who suffer from hearing loss benefit from hearing aids in both ears (bilateral). But when
hearing aids alone are not enough, a Cochlear implant in one ear and a hearing aid in the other
ear (bimodal) can be very helpful. In fact, bimodal hearing is a good solution if you have some
residual hearing in the ear opposite your Cochlear implant.
And with Hybrid Hearing, you can continue to experience the benefits of bimodal hearing
for years to come. Whether you use a hearing aid, other hearing technology or a combination
of the two, Cochlear Hybrid Hearing can work with what you have into the future.
CNCRECOGNITION
WORD SCORES
CNC WORD
SCORES 1
†
100
90
Percent Correct
80
70
76.0
60
82.9
50
40
44.2
30
20
29.1
10
0
Average Scores
Pre–Implant
Post–Implant
1 Hearing aid
Hybrid Hearing
2 Hearing aids
(bilateral)
Hybrid Hearing
plus hearing aid
(bimodal)
* Hybrid Hearing is approved only for use with the Nucleus Hybrid L24 Implant.
The CNC word recognition test is a list of 50 single syllable words.
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ACCESSORIES THAT LET YOU HEAR
JUST THE WAY YOU WANT TO.
From colors to covers and remote assistants to remote controls, our wide array of
accessories makes sure your Nucleus 6 Sound Processor fits exactly who you are.
The Cochlear Nucleus Hybrid System gives you the most robust standard package and the
largest choice of accessories to customize your hearing experience. Standard features include:
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Choice of sound processors
Remote control included
2.4 GHz wireless streamer built in
Acoustic driver built in
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Built-in telecoil
5-Year warranty
Choice of four accessories, including Plus One
Disposable and rechargeable batteries
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Nucleus 6 Sound
Processor without
accessory port
Nucleus 6 Sound
Processor with
accessory port
SIMPLE CONTROL
Our discreet pocket-size
remote control with a handy
display screen allows you
to adjust simple settings
without touching your
sound processor.
ADVANCED MONITORING
AND CONTROL
The intuitive design of
the full-featured remote
assistant puts you in control
of monitoring and managing
your hearing.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORY PORT
Choose between a sound
processor that has a built-in
accessory port if you prefer
to use plug-in accessories, or
one without.
A DIFFERENT
LOOK EVERY DAY
With a range of 12 sound
processor and coil covers in
bright colors and patterns,
you can even choose one to
match your outfit.
Mocha
Carbon
Maize
Smoke
SUBTLE SHADES
OF COLOR
The Nucleus 6 Sound
Processor comes in a variety
of colors designed to blend
in with hair and skin tones.
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
From your favorite sports
team to a picture of the
family, Skinit can turn any
design or image into a
custom skin for your
sound processor.
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PLUS ONE
The Plus One Program
allows you to live with
your sound processor
for up to a year before
making your final
accessory selection.
LONG BATTERY LIFE
The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor comes with
a choice of battery options to ensure you
never go without hearing. The standard
disposable battery can last up to three
days† or you can go green with rechargeable
batteries that come in two sizes – standard
and compact.
† Battery life may vary by individual.
Compact and Standard
Rechargeable Batteries
Standard
Disposable Batteries
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LIVING PROOF OF OUR LIFETIME COMMITMENT TO YOU.
Holly M, Cochlear Implant recipient since 1987
WITH BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY,
YOU’LL ALWAYS BE READY FOR
THE FUTURE.
Holly lost her hearing to meningitis when she was four. Soon after, Holly’s mom learned
about the amazing results of Cochlear ™ Implants and arranged for her daughter’s surgery shortly
before she turned five. Holly attended mainstream schools and graduated high school in the top
2% of her state. During her schooling, she upgraded her sound processors several times – the
last was the same year she graduated from law school with honors.
Thirty years and five sound processor upgrades later, one of our first patients is living
proof of our commitment to innovation and support.
Processors will become more and more powerful, their size will get smaller and smaller, and
with backward compatibility and continual access to new technology, you’ll be able to take
advantage of breakthroughs for years to come. That’s the promise we make when we say,
“Hear now. And always.”
We’re proud to say we were with her every step of the way. And we’ll be there with you too.
With an implant,
Holly attended her
neighborhood schools.
She graduated
in the top 2%
of her state.
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T R U S T I S S O M E T H I N G YO U H AV E TO E A R N .
IT’S MORE RELIABLE SO
YOU CAN WORRY LESS.
THE BEST LONG-TERM RELIABILITY RECORD 5-10
Cochlear’s Nucleus CI24RE Implant* has improved the hearing of nearly 100,000 people
worldwide with a remarkable 99% reliability rating at ten years.5 And because it’s so reliable,
9 out of 10 surgeons surveyed chose the Nucleus System.11 And you should, too.
OVER TIME THE DIFFERENCE IS CLEAR
100%
Current Devices
Cumulative
Survival Rate
(CSR)
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99.0%
99%
98%
0
12
24
36
60
48
72
84
96
108
120
Months
Cochlear
Nucleus CI24RE
Advanced Bionics
HiRes 90K
2X
MORE RELIABLE
UP TO
THAN ANYTHING ELSE
AVAILABLE TODAY 8-10
* The Nucleus Hybrid L24 is identical to the CI24RE Implant, using a shorter and thinner electrode.
Med-El Concert
THERE ARE STEPS TO HEARING,
BUT THEY’RE SHORT STEPS.
For over thirty years we’ve helped people hear better, and no one’s ever said, I wish I would
have waited. In fact, the opposite is true. And once you make this life-changing decision,
we’ll be with you every step of the way to ensure your hearing is the best it can be – for life.
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HEARING EVALUATION
After a Hearing Implant Specialist
determines you’re a candidate, you’ll
talk with a surgeon about the procedure.
Unlike hearing aids, cochlear implants
are covered by most insurance plans,
Medicare and typically Medicaid.
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ACTIVATION DAY
This is the moment you’ve been
waiting for. Shortly after your implant
procedure, you’ll be ready for your
processor to be turned on. And your life
will change at the flick of a switch.
To find a Hearing Implant Specialist in your
area, visit Cochlear.com/US/Appointment
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IMPLANT PROCEDURE
This outpatient surgery is usually
done under general anesthesia and
lasts only a couple of hours. In a few
days, most people are back to their
normal activities.
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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF
YOUR HEARING IMPLANT
Before long, you’ll be hearing better
than you ever thought possible. Our
Customer Support Services can help
make sure of it.
MORE PEOPLE TRUST
THEIR HEARING TO COCHLEAR
THAN ALL THE OTHER HEARING
IMPLANT COMPANIES COMBINED.
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We know firsthand what a wonderful, life-changing decision you’re about to make.
Many of us have Cochlear ™ Implants ourselves. And it would be our honor to help you
on your journey to hear.
There’s never been a better time to get back the sounds you’ve been missing.
COCHLEAR CONCIERGE
This is a unique group of people who
often have first hand experience,
either as an audiologist or implant
recipient or parent. You can ask them
anything. Here’s how:
Email
[email protected]
Chat
Cochlear.com/US/Concierge
Call
1 (800) 216-0228
COCHLEAR COMMUNITY
It’s the largest community of its kind.
Read story after story from people
who faced a turning point just like you
and made this life-changing decision.
Cochlear.com/US/Community
INSURANCE COVERAGE
Cochlear implants are covered by
most insurance plans, Medicare and
typically Medicaid.* Our Insurance
Support Team will help you seek insurance
coverage or help you navigate through the
appeals process if you have been denied.
1 (800) 633-4667
Cochlear.com/US/MyInsurance
* The Nucleus Hybrid System may be classified as new technology by health plans and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis until universal adoption.
Cochlear is being proactive in working with insurance companies to expand consideration of coverage for the Nucleus Hybrid Implant System.
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THEY SAID NOTHING COULD BE DONE
ABOUT HEARING LOSS. GOOD THING HE DIDN’ T LISTEN.
DR. CLARK HAS BEEN PASSIONATELY
PROVING THEM WRONG FOR OVER
30 YEARS.
Over thirty years ago, Dr. Graeme Clark invented the world’s first multichannel cochlear implant.
He grew up in Australia with a dream of “fixing ears”. His father was deaf, so he was determined
to help him and others hear. Today, Dr. Clark’s passion has brought hearing to over 250,000
people worldwide. Now you can be one of them too.
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[ 1 ]FDA Panel Sponsor Executive Summary, Nucleus
Hybrid L24 Implant System. November 8, 2013. http://
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CommitteesMeetingMaterials/MedicalDevices/
MedicalDevicesAdvisoryCommittee/
EarNoseandThroatDevicesPanel/UCM373793.pdf
[ 7 ]MED-EL Website: www.medel.com/reliability, Concert,
July 2013.
[ 2 ]Terms and conditions apply for the 5-year warranty. See our
website for details at Cochlear.com/US.
[ 9 ]Cullen RD, Fayad JN, Luxford WM, et al. Revision cochlear
implant surgery in children, Otol Neurotol 2008;29(2): 214-20.
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Mansanares, K., Coughlan, J. et al. Benefits of a Commercially
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[ 10 ]Battmer RD, Linz B, Lenarz T. A review of device failure in more
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[ 5 ]Publication: Nucleus Reliability Report, vol.12, February 2014.
[ 6 ]Publication: Advanced Bionics 2012 Reliability Update, HiRes
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[ 11 ]Cochlear surgeons’ preference survey: Internal reliability
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[ 12 ]Cochlear Americas [Data on file] 2012 March.
[ 13 ]Cochlear Annual Report, 2012 September. Income statement.
[Cited 2013 July] [Internet: pdf document, 80 p.] Available at
www.Cochlear.com.
As the leading global expert in implantable hearing solutions,
Cochlear is dedicated to bringing the gift of sound to people
all over the world. For thirty years, Cochlear has pioneered this
technology, helping more than a quarter of a million people
reconnect to their families and friends.
Along with the industry’s largest investment in research and
development, we continue to partner with leading international
researchers and hearing professionals, ensuring that we are at the
forefront of hearing science.
For our customers, that means access to our latest technologies
throughout their lives, and the ongoing support they need.
That is why seven out of ten people worldwide who choose a
cochlear implant choose Cochlear as their hearing partner.*
As your partner in hearing for life, Cochlear believes it is important that you understand
not only the benefits, but also the potential risks associated with any cochlear implant or
hybrid implant.
You should talk to your hearing healthcare provider about who is a candidate for a cochlear
implant or a hybrid implant. Before any surgery, it is important to talk to your doctor about
CDC guidelines for pre-surgical vaccinations. Cochlear implants and hybrid Implants are
contraindicated for patients with lesions of the auditory nerve, active ear infections or
active disease of the middle ear.
Cochlear implantation and hybrid implantation are surgical procedures, and carry
with them the risks typical of surgery. You may lose residual hearing in the implanted
ear. Electrical stimulation may result in some side effects, including ringing in the ear,
stimulation of the facial nerve; in rare cases this may cause pain. Though rare, it is possible
that additional surgery may be required at some point to resolve complications with a
cochlear implant or hybrid implant.
For complete information about risks and benefits of cochlear implantation, please refer
to the Nucleus Package Insert available at www.Cochlear.com/US/NucleusIndications
*Cochlear Americas [Data on file] 2012 March.
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