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New CPAP, new thread
#51
RE: New CPAP, new thread
Got any duct tape kicking around? Just kidding, medical tape works better. Tape is something you could try while waiting for a mask.

You have been using the higher pressure for a while now. I am curious if you feel like there has been any difference, better or worse?
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#52
RE: New CPAP, new thread
(02-24-2022, 06:29 PM)Geer1 Wrote: Got any duct tape kicking around? Just kidding, medical tape works better. Tape is something you could try while waiting for a mask.

You have been using the higher pressure for a while now. I am curious if you feel like there has been any difference, better or worse?

Yeah, I could try it. I may yet. Any thoughts about painter’s tape?

Min. pressure was set from 8 to 11. I don’t feel any difference.
The mouth breathing seems to dominate everything.

Meanwhile, the sleep doc took over getting CPAP data. Today
the DME called, wondering why they weren’t getting any data.
It sounds like they will share. How sweet.

Not my circus, not my monkeys.
Thanks to everyone who helps us get a better night's sleep.

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#53
RE: New CPAP, new thread
Painters tape might have something in the goo that wouldn't be ideal, probably best to stick with some medical tape if trying it. If you have a first aid kit might already have some, if not it isn't a bad thing to have on hand.
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#54
RE: New CPAP, new thread
Progress. My insurance is basic, so no coverage
for durable med. equipment.

It’s either Medicare or out-of-wallet.

Wrote my doc to get an Rx for the F&P Vitera. Will get
the Fit Pack that includes all 3 cushion sizes. Supplier
#1 includes free return insurance, and I get a price
break as a first-timer there. So my cost will be
in the range $100 - $150. Not too bad.

Best,

Harv
Thanks to everyone who helps us get a better night's sleep.

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#55
RE: New CPAP, new thread
F&P masks seem to be more reasonable in price as opposed to other manufacturers.
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#56
RE: New CPAP, new thread
(02-25-2022, 04:30 PM)Crimson Nape Wrote: F&P masks seem to be more reasonable in price as opposed to other manufacturers.

Supplier#1 provides impressive discounts.
The other possibility is that it’s/their price
is only slightly higher than what they pay,
and the numbers you see elsewhere are
reflecting a humongous markup. But that’s
just skeptical me.

It’s afternoon on a Friday, and offices
are winding down. I’m afraid I wsn’t see
the Rx until Monday. Sigh…
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#57
RE: New CPAP, new thread
Any order can be submitted to Supplier #1 along with the phone number and/or fax to your doctor's office, and you will not need to wait. They will directly verify the prescription. If you have a copy of your prescription for CPAP, they will not ask for a separate prescription for any model of mask. Just call and order. If you have an existing prescription of any kind, your order will be completed. I have a standing prescription with them from 2008 and they have never asked for an update.
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#58
RE: New CPAP, new thread
(02-25-2022, 04:08 PM)midwestguy Wrote: Progress. My insurance is basic, so no coverage
for durable med. equipment.

It’s either Medicare or out-of-wallet.

Wrote my doc to get an Rx for the F&P Vitera. Will get
the Fit Pack that includes all 3 cushion sizes. Supplier
#1 includes free return insurance, and I get a price
break as a first-timer there. So my cost will be
in the range $100 - $150. Not too bad.

Best,

Harv

Ha! The gods smile on me. Sleep doc's nurse sent the Rx fast.
Order has been placed, will probably ship Monday. As a first-
time client, they knocked 20% off, so I paid $94.20. Great!

Best,

Harv
Thanks to everyone who helps us get a better night's sleep.

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#59
RE: New CPAP, new thread
F&P Vitera mask:

Mask arrived Wed. Used it last night. I followed the instructions  
carefully. In spite of that, could not get a good seal. The result
was a disaster that's pointless to post. The graphs look like an
earthquake.

Using a M/L headgear, medium cushion. They should be okay,
from the instructions and reviews I've seen.

Please suggest adjustments to the straps(?) which are unclear
in the instructions. I tried tightening the lower ones, which
didn't help. The upper ones are fairly loose.

Thanks,

Harv
Thanks to everyone who helps us get a better night's sleep.

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#60
RE: New CPAP, new thread
Did you use the lower straps to control the leaking and leave the top straps loose?  Overtightening the top straps will guarantee mask leaks. Also, you must allow the roll seal room to inflate, then adjust to stop the leaks.
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