My monthly share on my HMO is over $400 dollars a month. Good part is I haven't paid a dime out o0f pocket for my sleep tests. I called my provider today asking about a mask replacement policy to be told I am allowed one mask for life! No replacements on the Bipap. And I am stuck with a non data capable machine.


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Respironics M Series BiPAP Plus with BiFlex, Heated Humidifier
Resmed Ultra Mirage II Nasal Mask with Headgear
Pressure @ 6/11

I am happy on a very cheap CPAP but you need to educate them about masks wearing out quickly


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respironics comfort gell mask,resmed S6 lightweight CPAP, pressure 10 no humidifier
NO DOCTOR EVER ASKED ME IF I SNORED

shortbus wrote:

My monthly share on my HMO is over $400 dollars a month. Good part is I haven't paid a dime out o0f pocket for my sleep tests. I called my provider today asking about a mask replacement policy to be told I am allowed one mask for life! No replacements on the Bipap. And I am stuck with a non data capable machine.

Call back and ask again.  Much like the IRS you often get three different answers from three different people!

A mask is a consumable...it doesn't last forever.  I will bet you they will replace more often.  My insurance (United Healthcare) will replace the mask & hose every six months.