Okie Newby

[Chainsaw2608]

I'm a newbie from Oklahoma. I have been through all the tests and I am getting my equipment on Thursday. I am ready for this and actually looking forward to it. When I did the test with the CPAP, I wasn't sure that I slept that much better, but then I was amazed how much better I felt as the day went on.

I have been looking at some of the postings and this looks like a great forum. I'm sure I will have many questions as I begin this journey.

[carbonman]

but then I was amazed how much better I felt as the day went on.

....yeeeaahh....wellll.....
maybe you can get those TPS reports
w/the new cover page....Did you get that email???
in on time.


Welcome!

[roster]

I'm sure I will have many questions as I begin this journey.

Ask them now before you get stuck with a poor machine and have to buy a new one out of your own funds.

Questions to ask about your PSG and Titration Study
by CPAPtalk member rooster

1. Did I have any central apneas? How many?

2. Were there any comorbidities? What were they?

3. Did I breathe or leak through my mouth? How often? What do you recommend to prevent it?

3. Did I exhibit Positional Sleep Apnea (PSA)? Was my apnea more severe in one sleeping position as compared to others? Is my pressure requirement higher in one position as compared to others? (Often sleep apnea is more severe when sleeping on the back.)

4. Is there anything else unusual about the results?

5. How will I know my therapy is preventing apneas?

6. I am determined to own a data-capable machine and software to monitor apneas, hypopneas and mask leak. This will allow me to call your office with specific questions if I have problems with the therapy. Will you help me with the appropriate prescription?

In addition to the questions:

1. Get a copy of your PSG. It is your legal right to have one.

2. Get a copy of your CPAP prescription.

3. Make sure the prescription calls for a humidifier with the machine.

wiki/index.php/Sleep_study

[elena88]

hey there lil newbie!

check out that cpap wiki light bulb on the top there.. that icon.. great stuff there..

and another newbie thread which has some great info on it, might be very helpful.. since you also have not gotten your
equipment yet.. this thread is relative to you too.. and a zillion others, but good place to start!

good luck, you found the best forum on the net for sleep apnea, that is for sure!

here is that thread about new equipment:

viewtopic/t53509/18-YrOld-Newbie-Equipmt-Choice.html

[Chainsaw2608]

WOW! Thanks for the information everyone. I knew this is a great forum. A question I already have:

On average, how often can you get new or different equipment? I know this may depend on insurance but I'm wondering what happens if I can't get along with say the mask and want to go to another type? The sleep center said my insurance is buying the equipment not leasing or renting.

[Jaylee]

Hello and welcome.

[roster]

On average, how often can you get new or different equipment? I know this may depend on insurance but I'm wondering what happens if I can't get along with say the mask and want to go to another type?

Sorry, it varies from insurance company to insurance company and each insurance company has many types of policies within which it varies. I suggest checking with your insurance company and your DME. And remember, both of them may lie to you or otherwise give you incorrect information.

[Chainsaw2608]

On average, how often can you get new or different equipment? I know this may depend on insurance but I'm wondering what happens if I can't get along with say the mask and want to go to another type?

Sorry, it varies from insurance company to insurance company and each insurance company has many types of policies within which it varies. I suggest checking with your insurance company and your DME. And remember, both of them may lie to you or otherwise give you incorrect information.

Thanks Roster. I figure I will probably have a fight on my hands.