What happens at a hearing test?

About 45 to 60 minutes. Otoscopy first, then a hearing test in a quiet clinic room, including speech-in-noise when it helps. We talk through the audiogram in ordinary words. Adults do not need a GP letter.

How much are hearing aids?

Hearing aids start from fully covered basic PRSI models. The PRSI you have already paid can cover the full cost of both ears if you qualify. More advanced models from €350 per aid after the PRSI grant (€850 per aid before the grant). We give a written quote after your test.

What is the PRSI grant?

Treatment Benefit: up to €500 per ear, €1,000 for both ears, plus €100 towards repairs, once every four years. Bring your PPS number. HearMed is on the panel.

Do you do same-day wax removal?

Often yes. Ear wax removal is €60 in clinic. Home wax removal is €100. Call the clinic number on this page and we will tell you what the diary looks like today.

Do you do home visits?

Yes, nationwide. Ring 0818 058 058 if you cannot travel.

We see people aged 12 and over in clinic. Children under 12 go through HSE paediatric audiology. Adults do not need a GP referral for a free private hearing test. HSE audiology for medical card holders usually needs a GP letter and a waitlist.

Which hearing aids do you fit?

HearMed fits Oticon, Widex, Signia, Phonak, ReSound, Starkey, Bernafon and Unitron. Hearing aids start from fully covered basic PRSI models. More advanced models from €350 per aid after the PRSI grant (€850 per aid before the grant).

What is the warranty?

A four-year manufacturer warranty. Servicing in that period is free for paid aids. Loaners if yours go away for repair. Programming is free if you need it.

HearMed Portlaoise, Unit 4, Bridge Street Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois

Free hearing test in Portlaoise. No referral.

Up to €1,000 PRSI grant · Same-week slots when we can

Call 057 863 8181 WhatsApp

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Name and number. We call within one business hour.

What to expect

HearMed Portlaoise is a full-time clinic at Unit 4, Bridge Street Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 PW2F. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am to 5pm (closed 1pm to 2pm). Call 057 863 8181 for a free hearing test. No referral.

You can book a free hearing test, wax removal, tinnitus advice, or a hearing-aid fitting without a GP letter. Adults book themselves. HSE audiology for medical card holders usually needs a GP referral and a waitlist. Children under 12 go through HSE paediatric audiology.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Call 057 863 8181 to book.

Bridge Street Centre, Unit 4. Town-centre parking nearby. If you cannot get to the clinic, we do home visits. Give us a call on 0818 058 058 and we will see if we can travel to you.

PRSI Treatment Benefit is taken off at the till when you qualify. Bring your PPS number.

Meet the audiologists

Rose Multaney

Senior Audiologist and Director

BSc (Hons) Audiology

Rose is a fully qualified audiologist, with many years of experience in hearing health care. She is also qualified in micro suction wax removal. Rose is a Senior Audiologist and Director of HearMed Healthcare and prides herself in caring for her clients and their families and has an in-depth knowledge of the business. She is known for her kind, caring and ethical approach when it comes to your hearing needs.

Services in Portlaoise

Up to €1,000 for both ears on PRSI. We quote your aids in clinic. hearmed.ie does not publish a full price list.

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Many thanks to Travis for taking such wonderful care of my brother who has special needs. Travis your light hearted approach put James totally at ease and he was very relaxed as his ear wax was removed. We were worried this could be a stressful experience for James as he doesn't like anyone going near his ears but he was totally at ease in your care.

Sarah

HearMed Portlaoise

August 2026

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Unit 4, Bridge Street Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 PW2F

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Call 057 863 8181 to book.

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Tullamore, Portlaoise and Portumna

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Call the local number, send a WhatsApp, or leave your number. No referral.

057 863 8181