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by sleepy cpa
Mon Sep 28, 2009 6:28 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Problems in Canada with Socialized Medicine?
Replies: 129
Views: 12750

Re: Problems in Canada with Socialized Medicine?

Suggestions for Muse and Raggedycat: In a period of 19 months, I was in/out of the hospital for 55 days. Lost job, used COBRA for 24 months. The former employer's insurance agent lied about state continuation (a form of COBRA extension) saying I was ineligible. My family's income was too high for Me...
by sleepy cpa
Thu Jul 30, 2009 11:55 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Waiting now for Sleep Study! Finally!
Replies: 18
Views: 2705

Re: Waiting now for Sleep Study! Finally!

I needed a bipap but DME gave me a Resmed VPAP Auto. Quietness, automated-I just put on the mask at night and that is it. Yes, I clean the mask and nasal area every night, but after a year it is the best thing for me. I have had several older members from my family try CPAP and would not wear one. I...
by sleepy cpa
Thu Jul 30, 2009 11:40 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Does Insurance pay.....
Replies: 9
Views: 1549

Re: Does Insurance pay.....

I would suggest another sleep studay if you are not feeling that well. Usually oximeters can be loaned from DMEs or some home health care centers will allow you to rent them.
by sleepy cpa
Tue Apr 28, 2009 7:47 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Where A CPAP Newbie Should Start
Replies: 378
Views: 2194503

Re: Where A CPAP Newbie Should Start

Start a discussion topic where people can reply. Through various hospital stays, (3 times, 2 years, 55 days) the nasal pillows work best for me but I have to wear an elastic band around my head to keep my mouth shut. This is the most comfortable setup for me and I have tried them all! Have your DME ...
by sleepy cpa
Mon Mar 16, 2009 1:01 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Where A CPAP Newbie Should Start
Replies: 378
Views: 2194503

Re: Where A CPAP Newbie Should Start

What happened to "Our Wisdom" section with the lightbulb? I have not been able to find it.