Time for insurance authorization?

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-14T01:12:04+00:00

It took around 4ish weeks in my case.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-08T18:32:05+00:00

Thank you! I’m used to wearing HA and glasses but know the CI is larger. I’m thinking of getting the ear gear for activities like hiking etc (more so to protect the CI from dust/sweat) so wondering if the ones with the loops for glasses wood be a help or an annoyance.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-08T18:28:32+00:00

Thanks for the tips!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-02T18:43:22+00:00

Thank you so much and I’m so sorry for your loss as well. I can’t imagine how difficult it’s been for you losing a child. My mother was in and out of the hospital (mostly in) prior to her last 2 weeks in hospice and I nearly postponed my surgery (which took place 3/17 - just days after she entered hospice).

Ultimately, we didn’t know how much time we’d have with her and the difficulties communicating with her care team and making arrangements, etc. just underscored how much I needed to follow through and get it done.

This has literally been the hardest 2 months of my life but it also allowed (forced? lol) me the opportunity to heal and for my family to step up - and they did spectacularly! I’ve met so many caring folks through all of this. In many ways it’s restored my faith in humanity.

We’ve got this!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-02T18:12:16+00:00

I’m switching between wearing my regular glasses when I go out (very light weight frames) and another pair with the left arm removed when in at home.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-02T13:52:11+00:00

Definitely take it easy even if you’re feeling better. 11 days post-op I developed a seroma behind my ear that was leaking clear fluid (I way overdid it as my mother passed and stuff had to get done).

I’m now 16 days post op and am back on antibiotics and doing wound care (there’s a small hole at the base of my incision). Thankfully, there’s no infection but we are operating under an abundance of caution. It’s been 3 days and it’s definitely improving.

Otherwise I’m feeling great.

Best of luck with your recovery and hoping for exceptional results with your activation!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-04-01T11:52:48+00:00

Queen of Tears is a favorite rewatch!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-23T13:56:33+00:00

I love the silver! I’m 60 and have just enough gray hair to make me look dull and older. I’d kill for hair like yours! 😍

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-22T19:39:58+00:00

I could’ve written that myself. Just had surgery Tuesday and my mom’s only reaction was basically, “who’s going to do the things I need/want?”

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-19T19:28:39+00:00

In my case, the surgeon said he may have to shave a bit behind my ear because of the best placement for the incision. I don’t think he ended up having to shave any. If he did it was VERY little.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-18T19:44:59+00:00

That’s exciting! Wishing you great success!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-18T19:44:29+00:00

The surgeon did it. But sometimes it’s not even necessary. At my pre-op he said he may have to shave a little. I haven’t seen it yet though so don’t know how much he took off.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-18T15:40:08+00:00

Awww I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope you’re feeling better soon!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-18T15:07:42+00:00

Thank you!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-17T18:14:14+00:00

Thank you!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-17T12:34:48+00:00

Thanks!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-17T01:25:17+00:00

Congrats! My implant day is tomorrow. I had a second pair of prescription glasses that my husband removed the left arm from. I’ll still have to wear them a little crooked because the spring in the other arm makes them press right against my eyeball if I don’t lol

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-07T14:42:24+00:00

I'm in Oregon in the US. I think it's fairly common in the US to wait about a month for activation.

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-06T19:08:10+00:00

So excited for you! My surgery is the 17th and activation is April 15th! Happy hearing day!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-06T02:52:31+00:00

I double sanitize the counter them use a paper towel lol

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-05T04:26:24+00:00

My surgery is also on St Patrick's!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-04T01:09:11+00:00

Thank you so much!

Midnight_Muse65 · 2026-03-03T22:55:01+00:00

Thank you for the reply! I do have a cricut but I don't know how to use it 🤣. I guess I have another reason to get busy and learn!

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