Common questions about HearMed care
These are the questions people ask before a first visit. Answers stay short and factual. If your situation is unusual, call the clinic and we will talk it through.
HearMed Acoustic Healthcare (CRO 742968) runs full-time clinics in Tullamore, Portlaoise and Portumna, plus set-day clinics in Newbridge, Templemore and Athenry.
Your clinic: HearMed Newbridge, Cosgrove’s Pharmacy, Edward St, Kilbelin, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 XW65
Reviewed by Rose Multaney and Rauri Keogh, HearMed audiologists · Updated 7 September 2026
Booking and the first visit
You do not need a GP letter for a private hearing test. We see people aged 12 and over. The visit lasts about 45 to 60 minutes. Bring any current hearing aids, a list of medicines if you take them, and your PPS number if you may use the PRSI Treatment Benefit scheme.
Money and grants
The hearing test is free. Wax removal is €60 in clinic or €100 at home. PRSI can take up to €500 per ear, €1,000 for both ears, off at the till when you qualify, once every four years. Keep receipts if you later claim Revenue Med 1 relief.
Clinics and contact
Tullamore: Patrick Street, R35 F2X0, 057 934 9388. Portlaoise: Bridge Street Centre, R32 PW2F, 057 863 8181. Portumna: Clonfert Avenue, H53 C2R8, 090 970 2984. Newbridge: Tuesdays at Cosgrove's Pharmacy. Templemore: first Wednesday of the month. Athenry: every second Wednesday at O'Flaherty's Pharmacy only. National: 0818 058 058. Email: getintouch@hearmed.ie.
Questions people actually ask
Tullamore, Portlaoise and Portumna
Book a free hearing test
Call the local number, send a WhatsApp, or leave your number. No referral.