I got the sleep study report today. I noticed while waiting that this office pushes Respironics, while I want to get Resmed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet For Her. My GUESS is that they only have the software for the Respironics brand. What argument can I use to get the script for the machine I prefer.
My results indicate that I have mild apnea. I had 3 central apneas and my SP02 goes as low as 83%. Also had a 2 minute period where there were several blips on the heart EKG (I have bradycardia - possibly related?). The good news is not much actual apnea, mostly hypopnea and RERA (which is a term I don't really understand). Given how absolutely exhausted I have been the last week, I honestly think I had a GOOD night the night I had this test done. I was also able to confirm that it is not Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) that is causing me to wake up. It makes it hard to fall asleep, but is not occurring while I am asleep. Also, I was happy that my heart rate averaged 53 bpm. Better than the low 40s when it was diagnosed (and that was AWAKE!).
Since the Resmed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet For Her appears to specialize in RERA reporting, seems to be a good choice anyway. They have several AHI values here on the report - AHI, REM AHI, Supine AHI and RDI. I get that the Restricted AHI is geared toward Medicare requirements (for which I barely qualify). What is the one that is usually followed when using the Sleepyhead software?
Sorry, kind of a disjointed post. It's late and I still have the lack-of-sleep pounding headache going on.
Questions on type of machine
Questions on type of machine
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Re: Questions on type of machine
The only thing you could really do is ask the doctor to write the prescription for the specific machine you wanted if the DME would give you what you ask for.
Good Luck getting it all worked out.. It's terrible to have to go through all this when you feel like hell.
I wish you well...
Good Luck getting it all worked out.. It's terrible to have to go through all this when you feel like hell.
I wish you well...
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Re: Questions on type of machine
FWIW, the Respironics System One 60 Series Remstar Auto also reports RERAs.
If it is your doctor's recommended brand, it's probably because he/she uses the Respironics software and would prefer not to have to install and learn the ResMed version for one patient. If you intend to continue seeing that doctor, it maybe a good idea to go with whatever they're used to.
If it is your doctor's recommended brand, it's probably because he/she uses the Respironics software and would prefer not to have to install and learn the ResMed version for one patient. If you intend to continue seeing that doctor, it maybe a good idea to go with whatever they're used to.
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Re: Questions on type of machine
I disagree. I think you should get the machine you want. It's your health. Forget the software requirements. You can download sleepyhead here for free. Tell the doctor you have researched machines and you want the resmed. Tell the doctor you want the autoset for comfort reasons. You are asking for the top of the line machine... the doctor should want the best for his patients, at very little cost difference. The DME makes less profit, but who cares? Make sure the doctor specifically asks for the Resmed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet For Her on the prescription or the DME will stick you with a machine of their choice. Also ask for a second prescription for "Mask of Patient's Choice", and make a copy.
Best wishes and keep us updated.
Sheriff
Best wishes and keep us updated.
Sheriff
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Re: Questions on type of machine
I agree with the Sheriff. Its your health and your dollars.
However, get both SleepyHead and ResScan software so that you can bring either or both reports to your doctor.
It may work out that your doctor is more comfortable with the manufacturer's software so having it available will be helpful
My docs like either.
However, get both SleepyHead and ResScan software so that you can bring either or both reports to your doctor.
It may work out that your doctor is more comfortable with the manufacturer's software so having it available will be helpful
My docs like either.
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