Merit Hearing - West Des Moines

2910 Westown Pkwy Suite 110 West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 612-1886

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Courtney Thayer,
AuD

Audiologist

Courtney Thayer graduated from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln with her Masters in Science and Doctorate in Audiology in 2017. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Nebraska – Kearney, earning a Bachelors in Communication Disorders. Her externship was completed at Iowa Head and Neck, working under an ENT in Des Moines, IA. 

Dr. Thayer is a Nebraska native and a Husker fan but loves calling Iowa home. On the weekends, you can find her spending time with her husband and keeping their dog, Rocket, entertained. She enjoys experimenting with recipes, sharing them with friends, and a good book recommendation.

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Reviews

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Read 71 verified patient reviews for Merit Hearing - West Des Moines! Their average review score is 4.93 () from 71 reviews.

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“Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Dr Jarosh explained everything very well and is easy to work with. I will definitely recommend your services to all who ask. Looking forward to working with you in the future.”

Gerald P. of Des Moines, IA   
09/27/2025    Review submitted online

“I have mild hearing issues and have tried Costco hearing aids but had blue tooth problems so returned them. Went to Merit thinking that I needed a different set up. Doctor took the time to explain what my prior blue tooth issues were and that my insurance didn’t offer the best solution for my needs at this time. I was totally impressed that Doctor took the time to make me feel comfortable and educate me on how hearing aids work and what would be best for my situation instead of just selling a pair of aids. Based on what I learned I didn’t get aids or a new hearing test. I feel this kind of honesty and caring is rare and I would highly recommend visiting Merit Hearing if you have issues with your hearing, they truly have your best interested at heart.”

Gary G. of Johnston, IA   
09/16/2025    Review submitted online

“Very professional and thorough. ”

Donald W. of Urbandale, IA   
09/12/2025    Review submitted online

“Dr. Thayer is excellent. She explains everything thoroughly and takes time to make sure I know all the information about my hearing loss and my hearing aids. I have told many of my friends about her. ”

Patricia L. of Waukee, IA   
09/10/2025    Review submitted online

“They go out of their way to get your hearing aids programmed just right”

Karen S. of Des Moines, IA   
09/07/2025    Review submitted online

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Clinic details

Iowa's Most Affordable Hearing Aid Provider

Merit Hearing was founded with the goal of providing quality, affordable hearing healthcare to people in Iowa through integrity, honesty, and education. We believe in complete price transparency, so patients know the exact price they will pay for their hearing aids upfront. For this reason, we share all hearing aid prices directly on our website. Our audiologists will provide comprehensive hearing evaluations and then provide unbiased recommendations on which, if any, hearing aid would be best for each patient. Merit Hearing has contracts with most major hearing aid manufacturers. This gives our patients countless options, colors, and styles of hearing aids to choose from. We take great pride in what we do, and we believe that you cannot find the quality and affordability that Merit Hearing provides anywhere else in Iowa.

Hearing care services

Hearing assessment

Hearing Aid Consultation

Hearing Aid Fitting/Orientation

Tinnitus Evaluation

Ear wax removal

Hearing Aid Repair

Hearing Aid Adjustment

Ear Impressions

Hearing Protection

OSHA hearing screenings

(515) 612-1886

Hours of operation

SundayOpen by appointment
Monday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
by appointment
Tuesday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
by appointment
Wednesday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
by appointment
Thursday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
by appointment
Friday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
by appointment
SaturdayOpen by appointment
Evening and/or weekend hours available by appointment. Please call to schedule.

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  • Insurance accepted, please call for details
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