How often does Medicare allow a new machine and humidifier?
How often does Medicare allow a new machine and humidifier?
My DME set me up with a Respironics M with c flex and the humidifier that goes with it. Being new to cpap I didn't know I had a choice. Next time I probably will get the A flex and the separate humidifier that is recommended on this forum.
I don't know if my humidifier is the one that has been recalled or not.
I don't know how to tell if it is.
I've had this machine for a year. Will I be eligible for a new one in two years?
Thank you
I don't know if my humidifier is the one that has been recalled or not.
I don't know how to tell if it is.
I've had this machine for a year. Will I be eligible for a new one in two years?
Thank you
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To the best of my knowledge, not unless the order is for an entirely different class of CPAP, for example a bi-level (Bi-PAP). AutoPAPs are considered as the same class of xPAP as a straight CPAP.
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Medicare told me 5 years unless it is upgraded to a different class (Bipap, eetc.) or if it is broke and goes back to the factory and they send a letter that it would cost more to repair than to replace. Then it would be considered on a individual basis.
Jerry
Jerry
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High pressures
Aerophagia
Can't handle regular CPAP/APAP for whatever reason
Heart problems (would need an Bipap ST or something more)
Ok... I'm sure that I haven't covered all of the reasons.
Aerophagia
Can't handle regular CPAP/APAP for whatever reason
Heart problems (would need an Bipap ST or something more)
Ok... I'm sure that I haven't covered all of the reasons.
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