Apparently the sleep center will not release details of my report from the calibration/titration of CPAP machine for at least a week therefore putting off initiation of my treatment. The therapist knows what settings and fittings worked during that time. Why the wait? Sorry to vent...I'm just tired ...

Yes, I can wait another couple of weeks if necessary, but why should I otherwise? Do you know what type of sleep apnea you have? ----> - Obstructive sleep apnea, the more common form that occurs when throat muscles relax. - Central sleep apnea, which occurs when your brain doesn't send proper signa...

Thank you. My initial question was posed as an effort to begin doing my research/homework. I have already discussed with my insurance company what is covered, which in my case is much more expensive in the long run than purchasing a machine outright. Given that, I need to learn more about the equipm...

Thank you for your responses. The sleep center will not give me the RX until my consultation appt later next week. Grrr...am on the cancellation list, but I don't like waiting when I know I can feel better sooner. After talking with insurance it sounds like the best financial sense is to purchase my...

Hi...just diagnosed with sleep apnea and fitted for CPAP last night at sleep center. I've been told that I now must wait a week+ for consultation and prescription for machine and mask. After finally being diagnosed with this I'm anxious to get started and not wait a couple of weeks for insurance to ...