I moved from Albuquerque to New Orleans. My dme in NM does not ship to Louisiana. I have United healthcare. Anyone have recommendations for what supply company I should use here? Will I be required to go see a local doctor before having my supplies replenished?
Lastly, I use the air touch f20. Might want to try out new masks. Any recommendations for masks I should try out?
Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
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Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
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| Machine: ResMed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Mask with Headgear + 2 Replacement Cushions Bundle |
| Additional Comments: S10 AirCurve (AutoASV); Pressures: Max PS: 14, Min PS: 6, Max EPAP: 14, Min EPAP: 10 |
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Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
Find out which DMEs are in your insurance network.
No, but you will need to give the DME a prescription and probably proof of compliance.
ResMed AirFit F30i https://www.cpap.com/productpage/resmed ... -face-mask
Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
Thank you. I will look into that mask!ChicagoGranny wrote: ↑Mon Feb 19, 2024 11:05 amFind out which DMEs are in your insurance network.
No, but you will need to give the DME a prescription and probably proof of compliance.
ResMed AirFit F30i https://www.cpap.com/productpage/resmed ... -face-mask
United seems to have a ton of national ones to choose from, including apria. I prefer the ones that you set it and forget it and they just ship supplies and charge the insurance. I was spoked by the one in New Mexico bc they were great - hoping to find another good one that serves New Orleans.
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| Machine: ResMed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Mask with Headgear + 2 Replacement Cushions Bundle |
| Additional Comments: S10 AirCurve (AutoASV); Pressures: Max PS: 14, Min PS: 6, Max EPAP: 14, Min EPAP: 10 |
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ChicagoGranny
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Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
As mentioned forget Apria or any that begin with "A". Also mentioned was to speak directly with your insurance to find out who is in network for that area. Bring back a name here for more feedback.Juanefny wrote: ↑Mon Feb 19, 2024 6:50 amI moved from Albuquerque to New Orleans. My dme in NM does not ship to Louisiana. I have United healthcare. Anyone have recommendations for what supply company I should use here? Will I be required to go see a local doctor before having my supplies replenished?
Lastly, I use the air touch f20. Might want to try out new masks. Any recommendations for masks I should try out?
Have the new (or old) doc write "Mask of Patients choice" and Cpap of your choice if you are comfortable with that. Hopefully you have copies of your scripts AND the sleep study. If not work on getting copies.
IF you are open to mail order supplies and they are in network for you - two that are often mentioned here are Verus Healthcare and Aeroflow Sleep.
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| Machine: AirCurve™ 10 VAuto BiLevel Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Humidifier: HC150 Heated Humidifier With Hose, 2 Chambers and Stand |
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Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
I prefer mail order supplies. Aeroflow healthcare shows up on the list of approved DMEs. When I click on it it takes me to their breast pump division. But this is promising. I’ll call them tomorrow to confirm if they are in network. Thanks for your help!SleepGeek wrote: ↑Tue Feb 20, 2024 8:24 pmAs mentioned forget Apria or any that begin with "A". Also mentioned was to speak directly with your insurance to find out who is in network for that area. Bring back a name here for more feedback.Juanefny wrote: ↑Mon Feb 19, 2024 6:50 amI moved from Albuquerque to New Orleans. My dme in NM does not ship to Louisiana. I have United healthcare. Anyone have recommendations for what supply company I should use here? Will I be required to go see a local doctor before having my supplies replenished?
Lastly, I use the air touch f20. Might want to try out new masks. Any recommendations for masks I should try out?
Have the new (or old) doc write "Mask of Patients choice" and Cpap of your choice if you are comfortable with that. Hopefully you have copies of your scripts AND the sleep study. If not work on getting copies.
IF you are open to mail order supplies and they are in network for you - two that are often mentioned here are Verus Healthcare and Aeroflow Sleep.
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| Machine: ResMed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Mask with Headgear + 2 Replacement Cushions Bundle |
| Additional Comments: S10 AirCurve (AutoASV); Pressures: Max PS: 14, Min PS: 6, Max EPAP: 14, Min EPAP: 10 |
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ChicagoGranny
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Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
This was super helpful! I reached out to the old doctor and I was able to get my script. It was still good enough for Aeroflow. They are in network for my insurance. Supplies order placed. So far I really enjoyed my interaction with them.SleepGeek wrote: ↑Tue Feb 20, 2024 8:24 pmAs mentioned forget Apria or any that begin with "A". Also mentioned was to speak directly with your insurance to find out who is in network for that area. Bring back a name here for more feedback.Juanefny wrote: ↑Mon Feb 19, 2024 6:50 amI moved from Albuquerque to New Orleans. My dme in NM does not ship to Louisiana. I have United healthcare. Anyone have recommendations for what supply company I should use here? Will I be required to go see a local doctor before having my supplies replenished?
Lastly, I use the air touch f20. Might want to try out new masks. Any recommendations for masks I should try out?
Have the new (or old) doc write "Mask of Patients choice" and Cpap of your choice if you are comfortable with that. Hopefully you have copies of your scripts AND the sleep study. If not work on getting copies.
IF you are open to mail order supplies and they are in network for you - two that are often mentioned here are Verus Healthcare and Aeroflow Sleep.
Thanks so much for your help!
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| Machine: ResMed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Mask with Headgear + 2 Replacement Cushions Bundle |
| Additional Comments: S10 AirCurve (AutoASV); Pressures: Max PS: 14, Min PS: 6, Max EPAP: 14, Min EPAP: 10 |
Re: Moved to new orleans - DME recs?
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| Machine: AirCurve™ 10 VAuto BiLevel Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Humidifier: HC150 Heated Humidifier With Hose, 2 Chambers and Stand |
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