Your situation may be different, but perhaps some of what is provided in these posts will be of help to you.
The following is a post by with recommendations by Vicki:
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You can find a doc. here:
Doctor and Sleep Lab Accreditations
For DMEs, first you will need a list of DMEs your insurance contracts with. Then you take that list and shop around. Here are questions to ask them and the ideal answers:
1. Ask them them how long it takes to get a CPAP after the prescription is faxed to them.
Answer: We will immediately call you to set up an appointment as soon as we get the prescription.
2. Do I go to you or do you come to me?
Answer: Our respiratory therapist comes to your home and walks you through setting it up and using it.
Second Best Answer: You come to our office where our respiratory therapist walks you through setting it up and using it.
3. Do I get a choice of interface types (i.e. nasal masks, Full Face masks and nasal pillows) and mask brands?
Answer: Yes
4. Can I try on different interface types and masks to see what works best for me?
Answer: Yes-For many DMEs, if you open up the packaging to a mask, you have to buy it. I fortunately have had above average DMEs and sleep labs who have let me try on different interfaces. Pust it on and adjust it in the position you will be sleeping. For example, laying down, on your side. Masks will leak if you adjust them sitting up and then lay down. Turn on the CPAP after you have the mask adjusted in your sleeping position, not before.
5. What kind of follow-up do you have?
Answer: We will call you in a few days to make sure everything is working well for you.
6. What if I have trouble?
Answer: Call us if you have any problems and we (preferably their respiratory therapist) will work with you to resolve any issues.
I'm sure people will have questions to add, but this should get you started.
Vicki
Linda
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