Ubik, Sounds like you and I had similar situations. I got my equipment before I saw the Dr too. I think I paid the same amount ($250...they changed my wife's insurance deductible schedule so we just restarted when I got mine). I was told that the $250 was all I had to pay and that the machine was m...

Good Job! You didn't mention what mask they're bringing you? Make sure it's fitted lying down with the pressure on and that it feels comfortable when turning from side to side. Masks are also considered supplies so find out how often you're entitled to a replacement. Keep us posted and good luck. T...

Thanks all! Appreciate the comments and feedback. @ danimal71 - Yep, my insurance is BCBS PPO. It seems that they lease the equipment for the DME for a year and then consider it purchased. If I understand it correctly, they pay the DME $250 a month for 12 months. I've met my deductible for 2010, so ...

Hi, I'm a new user and am new to all things CPAP, but wanted to share my story. Firstly I'd like to thank the members of this site - without the knowledge that I gleaned from these pages, I may not have been able to get the service that I wanted - so thanks! I've been an insomniac for about 20 odd y...