Why are Costco Hearing Aids so Cheap?
Costco is known for offering hearing aids at surprisingly low prices—but why are they so much cheaper than those from private audiology clinics? In this episode of the Dr. Cliff AuD Vlog, I dive deep into the price disparity between Costco and independent hearing care providers.
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