Thanks for the help

YawninNC · Post by **YawninNC** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 5:19 pm

Just a quick, small success story.

Was set to go down the road of getting exactly what the DME told me in no uncertain terms was my only option. Was going to get a CPAP with Cflex and Humidifier as my doctor prescribed and the DME told me was my sole choice.

After 5 hours of reading these forums, several calls to my insurance company and a few calls to Claudia at Billmyinsurance.com, I call my sleep Dr. armed with everything I need to make a case for APAP. In the end, for the same cost to me, (about $150) I will own a M series APAP with Cflex and Heated Humidifier. Im also going to purchase the software so that I might have some control of my treatment.

Never would have happened without you good folks on this forum. I hope I have as much success with my treatment.

Thanks again.

Linda3032 · Post by **Linda3032** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 5:53 pm

Well, welcome and glad we could help. Now please don't leave (we hate to be used and then discarded).

Sounds like you're getting a great machine, and kudos on getting the software. With the M Series machine, which has been known to skip data days, make sure you get the latest software. Version 1.8 of Encore Pro.

Traditionally, the masks are the most difficult part of therapy. A big problem there is mouth leaking which involves either a full face mask or mouth taping. Hopefully, you won't have the problem, and at least you will have the software data to determine whether you do or not.

Hang out with us.

Alisha · Post by **Alisha** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 7:23 pm

We are happy for you. You're off to a good start, a much better start than some of us who did not find this forum before starting therapy.

Stay with us. We'll be glad to help with any mask problems, pressure changes, reading software stats, or any problem you might encounter getting adjusted to this therapy. We have some super-smart pc administrators and programers, medical personnel, pharmacists, as well as many other experienced xpapers who will amaze you with their ingenuity. This forum will assist you in getting your therapy on track and then help you keep it on track.

If you stay with us, I think you'll also be thrilled when soon you'll be able to help other newbies with the knowledge and experience you have gained.

Welcome to the forum!!

Regards,

Alisha

tangents · Post by **tangents** » Wed Apr 04, 2007 6:52 am

Hooray for you! I'm in the middle of my own battle, and SO happy that you got a good machine right from the gitgo. Let us know how you do with your treatment. Cathy

YawninNC · Post by **YawninNC** » Wed Apr 04, 2007 7:55 am

Thank you for the support.

It can't get here soon enough. I had my worst night last night coming after what I thought was the worst it could get the last couple of nights. I feel terrible, can't wait to sleep again.