Rx for replacement mask

[dcroshaw]

I can see the need for a prescription in order to sell a cpap machine, since pressure settings must be set, but what is the point of requiring a prescription for a replacement mask order? Physicians usually do not specify particular mask features on their prescriptions. Anyone have an answer for this?

[GumbyCT]

To drive the market price up? Job security?

If you are getting the same mask from the same vendor - they should have it on file. Get a copy if you want to go elsewhere.

[LinkC]

Or try cpapauction.com.

[leejgbt]

Masks by definition are an interface for a class II medical device and thus is dispensed only by order of a physician according to the FDA. Also, even if this were not the case it is a way for insurance companies to only pay for medically necessary supplies. For DME companies the RX is actually a hinder to reimbursement as most states require annual RX renewals. No current RX means no pay.