Question:
Should I bring my CPAP machine with me to the hospital?
— cynthiaellis (posted on November 29, 2000)
November 29, 2000
Yes, Yes, my doctor insist's on it, but if your not sure call your doctor!
— kimberly G.
November 29, 2000
Yes. I was told to bring mine. They put it on me as soon as I got out of
recovery and into the ICU. I was told to bring it to the preop preparation
area and they took it from me to be inspected and approved for hospital
use. When I got out of surgery, my machine was waiting for me. I used it
any time I was asleep. I really believe it helped keep my lungs expanded
and helped me avoid postop pneumonia.
— Vikki C.
November 30, 2000
Yes, I was required to bring mine. Label it well with your name on it.
— Paula G.
May 24, 2001
My doctor said to bring it, They will provide you with one if needed but
the hospitals charge as if you are purchasing one and they will not pay for
it, because they have already paid for one.
— [Deactivated Member]
May 24, 2001
I was not permitted by the hospital to bring mine. In fact, the hospital
provided me with a noisy and uncomfortable BiPAP instead of a CPAP and my
mask wouldn't fit the attachment so it was a unpleasant experience to boot.
I haven't gotten the bill yet and I'm certainly not looking forward to it
now that I know I may not be covered.
— Christina X.
May 24, 2001
I was told to definately bring it. Since it is my own personal breathing
aid, it is set to my specs and needs. An added benefit: it helped my
breathing exercises since I was taking full breaths all night long. I
would check with your surgon's office and ask about it at your pre-ops.
— bek4901
April 8, 2005
This is an old posting, but I wanted to clarify should newcomers read
through this post. I am a CPAP Technician for a sleep center. If you are
currently on a CPAP or BIPAP, it is strongly recommended to bring it with
you during any hospital stay. Your doctor should be able to let you know
whether the hospital will be providing the equipment or if it is recommeded
for you to bring your own. You will be more comfortable of you do bring
your own mask. If you are someone on CPAP/BIPAP with supplemental oxygen,
the hospital will provide the O2.
— Tiffany W.
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