auto pap

sharon309 · Post by **sharon309** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:10 am

From what I have been reading it seems like the auto pap would be best for everyone is there a reason people are not on that?

Goofproof · Post by **Goofproof** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:16 am

Yes, there is, lack of knowlege on the part of Doctors and Greed on the part of DMEs, and don't care attitude on the part of the insurance indrusty.

And equally at fault, the patients not being aware of how their health is being treated. Jim

A APAP is the best tool for the job because it collects needed data, can be set to run the wat that's best for you. The only time you would need something different is for higher pressures and treatment of special breathing problems.

DreamStalker · Post by **DreamStalker** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:19 am

Reason for most is that they get ripped off by DME ... reason for others is that they get better treatmetn from constant pressure than variable pressure.

Thing to remember is that an APAP can be set to work in CPAP mode but a CPAP cannot be set to work in APAP mode ... APAP gives you both machines in one.

... and what Jim said above.

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:37 am

Sharon,

According to your profile, you've got the M Series Pro machine. It's a data capable machine and if you get the software and card reader, you'll be able to determine how your therapy is working.
While I agree with what the others have said.....and I also have TWO Autos (APAPs) myself......in my opinion, ANY CPAP machine with data capabilities (and software) is just as valuable to this therapy as an APAP. Don't feel like you've gotten the short end of the stick.

Den

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