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by mjrodr
Sun Jul 05, 2020 4:59 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

Hello CPAP.COM - Since you host this website I would assume that you also moderate it, and if you do you must also be supporting your resident troll. I said my peace, I was polite, and most of all was hoping to find support among fellow sleep apnea sufferers. I would think that lowering costs and ad...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 4:27 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

zonker wrote:
Sat Jul 04, 2020 4:24 pm

"boobs" he said, not "boob".

boobs are a woman's breast-
https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Boobs
Oh, I see, they come in pairs.
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 4:16 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

Dog Slobber wrote:
Sat Jul 04, 2020 4:11 pm

I just did a search for the word "boobs", returned 154 hits.

The significance of what that means seems undeniable..........
Not sure what you are implying....


boob
noun
a stupid person; fool; dunce.
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/boob
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 3:25 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

But a prescription isn't legally required for me to purchase them out of my own pocket. Thanks for the reply. I am paying out of pocket. cpap.com (they also host this website) are the ones that informed me of this requirement, and after preliminary research a prescription is required to purchase a ...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 2:34 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

The way I got around the system is to purchase my own device (same one as most optometrists use) and get our own distance. One doesn't need a "device", one only needs a dry erase marker, and a pair of glasses. http://www.daniellivingston.com/2012/06/measuring-your-own-pupillary-distance.html While ...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 2:31 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

One was just posted. Yes, you are correct, but that would be a separate issue. That would involve insurance companies profits and our current health care system. Researching this topic online I have found that the ACA is of great benefit to those who suffer from sleep apnea, especially when it come...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 2:08 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

But, if you want your insurance to cover it you'll need a prescription anyway. Government bureaucracy mixed with corporate insurance... what a nightmare. The V.A. covers most of my medical needs (thank goodness). In my case I am willing to pay out of pocket, but I can't do that without a prescripti...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 10:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: 19 Year Old Diagnosed Months Ago And Struggling A LOT
Replies: 58
Views: 14171

Re: 19 Year Old Diagnosed Months Ago And Struggling A LOT

The struggle is real. I have also encountered issues wearing my CPAP. I stopped wearing it for some time due to the issues I had with it. My main impediment is ever since I got out of the Army I have become claustrophobic, and I find myself needing to take my mask off in the middle of the night in o...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 10:10 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

...if complete mask packages didn't require a RX there is a really good chance insurance wouldn't pay. ....but unless the prices dropped dramatically (which I doubt) it could be a deal breaker for a lot of people. I understand your point and, considering the big picture, do take it into considerati...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 9:28 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

So, as it is a holiday I have some time to do a little research on this topic. So far, here is what I found. First of all, I would like to thank cpap.com for providing this venue for such a discussion. I sincerely hope that it can continue and from my email interactions with your customer service re...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 9:08 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

They have to supply it if requested. In my state of residence, they are not required to provide pupillary distances. My ophthalmologist wants to charge $50 out of my pocket. I beat this scam - see my post above. My wife, my four children, and myself, all wear glasses. I have encountered this issue ...
by mjrodr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 7:23 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

Re: FDA Class !! prescription acquirement for CPAP Mask

Thank you all for your replies. Please allow me to address some of the questions and clarify my issue. For those replying to my pupillary distance claim. There are only 2 states that have laws requiring optometrists to provide pupillary distance to patients. They all must provide you your prescripti...
by mjrodr
Fri Jul 03, 2020 11:08 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask
Replies: 60
Views: 20056

FDA Class !! prescription requirement for CPAP Mask

Hello and thank you in advance, I am a veteran and the V.A. conducted my sleep study years ago. I was diagnosed and provided with a cpap machine as well as the basic supplies. I am currently trying to purchase a new mask from cpap.com and was surprised to learn that I needed a prescription to comple...