Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread

PeteSB75 · 01-12-2010, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Does health insurance typically cover CPAP machines and masks? And what did the second machine cost you?

The big machines are not that expensive as medical supplies go, usually run about 3-400 I think. I just pack mine up and carry it with me when I travel. The extra bag is a pain when going through airport security, not heavy, but frequently inspected. I ALWAYS carry it on - I don't want them to lose it on me... I might have to look into that travel one, but I don't know how Sarah will like it, she is typically a fairly light sleeper.

Not sure about your insurance, but mine covered the machine and covers replacement filters/mask/hose about every 3 months. Mine also gave me the option to switch to a new mask (nose pillows in my case) since I didn't like my first one. The DME (durable medical equipment) supplier calls me every few months to ask if I want new supplies, which they ship to me.

pnoon · 01-12-2010, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by PeteSB75

The big machines are not that expensive as medical supplies go, usually run about 3-400 I think. I just pack mine up and carry it with me when I travel. The extra bag is a pain when going through airport security, not heavy, but frequently inspected. I ALWAYS carry it on - I don't want them to lose it on me... I might have to look into that travel one, but I don't know how Sarah will like it, she is typically a fairly light sleeper.

Not sure about your insurance, but mine covered the machine and covers replacement filters/mask/hose about every 3 months. Mine also gave me the option to switch to a new mask (nose pillows in my case) since I didn't like my first one. The DME (durable medical equipment) supplier calls me every few months to ask if I want new supplies, which they ship to me.

Thanks, Pete.

PeteSB75 · 01-12-2010, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Thanks, Pete.

Not a problem. It's amazing to me how many people, especially men, seem to have this problem, most of them undiagnosed and/or untreated. Glad to hear you are doing something about this - I know after my diagnosis and starting treatment, I felt massively better and had the energy to get my azz to the gym and start working out for the first time in about 10 years. My health is definitely the better for it.