How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
Not the pada-cheek stuff but the actual silicone part that is suppose to make face contact. I have a liner but it seems the mask is "wearing out", this part is over 50 bucks so how often should I replace it?
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| Mask: Quattro™ FX Full Face CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Humidifier: S9™ Series H5i™ Heated Humidifier with Climate Control |
| Additional Comments: Pad-a-Cheek mask liner. CPAP mode 13cm, EPR: 1 Tube: 75 Humidity: 1.5 |
Re: How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
I have the Quattro, not the FX. I find that I have trouble getting a good seal at about 3 months. That's when I replace the seal. It may last longer, but I really do not clean the seal often.
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| Machine: ResMed AirSense™ 10 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier |
| Mask: Fisher & Paykel Vitera Full Face Mask with Headgear (S, M, or L Cushion) |
| Additional Comments: Back up is a new AS10. |
Re: How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
I think they are supposed to last 6 months, but if you find it not sealing well I would do sooner.
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| Mask: AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Additional Comments: Backup & Travel Machines: PR System One Bipap Auto, S9 VPAP Auto, S9 Autoset, Oximeter CMS-50E |
Diagnosed March 2011, using APAP 14 - 16.5 cm, AFlex+ 2
Alt masks Swift FX pillows, Mirage FX nasal mask, Mirage Quattro full face mask
Alt masks Swift FX pillows, Mirage FX nasal mask, Mirage Quattro full face mask
Re: How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
You should get 3-6 months out of the QFX cushions. Ditto for the M.Quattro.
I wash my cushions less when using a liner, so that helps too, even though I use a VERY mild soap.
In any case, replace whenever necessary.
I wash my cushions less when using a liner, so that helps too, even though I use a VERY mild soap.
In any case, replace whenever necessary.
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Vader
Vader
Re: How long until you replace Quattro FX mask liner?
Medicare allows for replacement of the cushion once a month. As I remember it you just got insurance and the insurance will cover your supplies??? You might want to check w/the local DME provider(s) they are contracted with how often your insurance will cover the cost of a mask cushion. But it would also be worthwhile to ask your insurance how often they will replace the mask cushion as it can vary from one insurance to another. AND BE AWARE many local DME providers don't want to be bothered carrying extra mask cushions and various other mask parts so they would have to special order them for you which takes time.
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| Mask: Quattro™ FX Full Face CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Additional Comments: PR SystemOne BPAP Auto w/Bi-Flex & Humidifier - EncorePro 2.2 Software - Contec CMS-50D+ Oximeter - Respironics EverFlo Q Concentrator |
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