Does anyone have the Devilbiss cpap? It's the only one my insurance will cover and I would like to know if it is any good. Also I'm only being given a choice of respironics masks. Are there any suggestions as to what is any good. Keep in mind that I may be breathing through my mouth at times.
Devilbiss cpap machine
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Devilbiss cpap machine
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Respironics Masks
Hi,
I have three Respironic masks: Profile Lite Gel, Comfort Curve, and Comfort Lite II.
I have found the Profile Lite Gel mask the most reliable for me. The Comfort Curve leaks when I sleep on my side. I have problems with leaks, also, with the Comfort Lite II.
However, what works for one person will not necessarily work for the other.
Good luck.
I have three Respironic masks: Profile Lite Gel, Comfort Curve, and Comfort Lite II.
I have found the Profile Lite Gel mask the most reliable for me. The Comfort Curve leaks when I sleep on my side. I have problems with leaks, also, with the Comfort Lite II.
However, what works for one person will not necessarily work for the other.
Good luck.
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they (most likely your DME trying to get rid of junkers they have in stock) are feeding you a line of BS, no insurance specifies a particular brand you have to use.
I would ask for a more popular machine like a Respironics Remstar or Resmed machine. While there may be nothing wrong with the Devilbiss, they are dinosaurs and known to be noisy, get a quieter machine and one more people are familiar with should you need a change in programming in case you have a problem with therapy. The Devilbiss humidifier is also not that well integrated with the machine, the Remstar humidifier is much better integrated (power and control wise) and offers a smaller footprint that is easier to fill.
if it is a straight cpap machine, ask for and demand a Remstar Pro2 with C-Flex (it offers exhale relief of pressure and records all the apnea events with optional software). C-Flex feature alone makes the Remstar stand out as the better machine.
Don't be afraid to ask for what you want.
I would ask for a more popular machine like a Respironics Remstar or Resmed machine. While there may be nothing wrong with the Devilbiss, they are dinosaurs and known to be noisy, get a quieter machine and one more people are familiar with should you need a change in programming in case you have a problem with therapy. The Devilbiss humidifier is also not that well integrated with the machine, the Remstar humidifier is much better integrated (power and control wise) and offers a smaller footprint that is easier to fill.
if it is a straight cpap machine, ask for and demand a Remstar Pro2 with C-Flex (it offers exhale relief of pressure and records all the apnea events with optional software). C-Flex feature alone makes the Remstar stand out as the better machine.
Don't be afraid to ask for what you want.
Speaking from my personal experience; I would strongly suggest staying away from Sunrise/Devilbiss. I have a 9000D -- which I wouldn't exactly call a dinosaur -- but it is of the "older design" for sure. Their CPAP machines are actually very easy to program; but I know nothing about their other offerings (BiPAP, VPAP, APAP, etc).
My issue with their machine is reliability. I am 99.9% compliant which means I use the machine every night. But I purchased mine in 2002 -- and in early 2005 (yep -- right after their warranty expired my machine broke . Sent it back to Sunrise through my DME and was charged $150 for a new power supply, and a new LED panel. Now, a couple of months ago -- the darned thing broke again -- this time the mainboard went bad. Sunrise's repair estimate is $253. I'm sure they make some good equipment; but this is the last Devilbiss I'll buy.
I fully agree with others; try to get a newer and better machine like the Remstar Pro2 with C-Flex as another writer suggested. My first machine was a Respironics (rented) - but it lasted 7 1/2 years. And REMstar has some very good equipment too. From reading your post, I sense you are new to PAP/OSA treatment; and a machine like a Respironics with C-Flex will, I believe, really help you become compliant. The hardest things for me starting out was dealing with the pressure upon exhaling; C-Flex removes that pressure during the exhale cycle; the next difficult issue was finding a mask/headgear that felt good and fit me well. I settled on the Adams Circuit (Nasal Pillows); and I also use a Breeze (with pillows). Getting the right mask is a VERY IMPORTANT part of your therapy -- a poorly fitting or uncomfortable mask will annoy you; a comfortable well-fitting mask will increase your comfort and your compliance. Also do get yourself a heating humidifier too. In that area the DeVilbiss offering is indeed a dinosaur -- like a sealed container of water and a hotplate under it .
Best,
/Dave
My issue with their machine is reliability. I am 99.9% compliant which means I use the machine every night. But I purchased mine in 2002 -- and in early 2005 (yep -- right after their warranty expired my machine broke . Sent it back to Sunrise through my DME and was charged $150 for a new power supply, and a new LED panel. Now, a couple of months ago -- the darned thing broke again -- this time the mainboard went bad. Sunrise's repair estimate is $253. I'm sure they make some good equipment; but this is the last Devilbiss I'll buy.
I fully agree with others; try to get a newer and better machine like the Remstar Pro2 with C-Flex as another writer suggested. My first machine was a Respironics (rented) - but it lasted 7 1/2 years. And REMstar has some very good equipment too. From reading your post, I sense you are new to PAP/OSA treatment; and a machine like a Respironics with C-Flex will, I believe, really help you become compliant. The hardest things for me starting out was dealing with the pressure upon exhaling; C-Flex removes that pressure during the exhale cycle; the next difficult issue was finding a mask/headgear that felt good and fit me well. I settled on the Adams Circuit (Nasal Pillows); and I also use a Breeze (with pillows). Getting the right mask is a VERY IMPORTANT part of your therapy -- a poorly fitting or uncomfortable mask will annoy you; a comfortable well-fitting mask will increase your comfort and your compliance. Also do get yourself a heating humidifier too. In that area the DeVilbiss offering is indeed a dinosaur -- like a sealed container of water and a hotplate under it .
Best,
/Dave
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4 months after the fact? Not likely this post will do OP any good!davgall53 wrote:Speaking from my personal experience; I would strongly suggest staying away from Sunrise/Devilbiss. I have a 9000D -- which I wouldn't exactly call a dinosaur -- but it is of the "older design" for sure. Their CPAP machines are actually very easy to program; but I know nothing about their other offerings (BiPAP, VPAP, APAP, etc).
My issue with their machine is reliability. I am 99.9% compliant which means I use the machine every night. But I purchased mine in 2002 -- and in early 2005 (yep -- right after their warranty expired my machine broke . Sent it back to Sunrise through my DME and was charged $150 for a new power supply, and a new LED panel. Now, a couple of months ago -- the darned thing broke again -- this time the mainboard went bad. Sunrise's repair estimate is $253. I'm sure they make some good equipment; but this is the last Devilbiss I'll buy.
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