SirRobin

Thank you!

Normally, the packages only come with one type of hose, correct? Either slimline or heated?

Thank you, Sierra. If I understand the manual correctly, only when set to the "for her" mode the A10 for her limits to 12cm for apnea events, correct? If I were using the regular algorithm mode, then this limitation is not applicable, right?

Hi,

I know the Resmed 10 Autoset for Her has a A gender-specific algorithm. However, how would I know if not this algorithm is better for me as a man? Or gives the for her the option to choose between the regular algorithm and the one for women?

Thank you! Which online stores can you recommend? You mentioned CPAPoutlet; however since it is an outlet is there a risk to run into refurbished machines?

I am in the process to get from my insurance the purchase from an online retailer approved whereas I buy the mask from a sleep clinic since I would receive free service just by buying the mask from them.

Mentioning to them that I currently trial the DreamStation in APAP mode and my wish to switch to Resmed 10 Autoset, they told me to trial first the Resmed due to the different algorithm in the APAP mode. Honestly, I don't quite get that argument. The auto mode can't be that different, can it? In addition many people here pointed out the preference of the settings and modes of the Resmed 10 over the DreamStation. I don't follow why I would need to trial the Resmed 10 first.

Thank you very much. I guess the additional warranties are only ways to play with customers' fears and insurance coverage.

Hi,

I was wondering how long CPAP/APAP machines last. Here in Canada, I realized sleep clinics let you purchase extended warranty to 5yrs while all the online stores in Canada I have checked out don't offer extended warranty beyond the manufacturer warranty.

My insurance covers a machine only every 5 years and the Resmed APAPs come with 3yrs warranty. I want to be on the safe side.

So I got the price tag from the sleep clinic due to a posting in my web profile of my insurance's website. CAD $2480. Despite insurance coverage, I would still have to pay almost as much out of my pocket as if I would buy it straight from a website! Isn't that crazy?

Let's be honest, do I need the ongoing service (and only annual review) of a cpap therapist? Right now, I don't see the value they provide with the inflated prices. In fact, they didn't even mention anything to met yet, all I know is either from the web or asking another sleep clinic chain.

Besides that, can't I just read out the settings with sleepy head which they made on the trial machine? If I know the pressure from the DreamStation, then I should be able to easily apply that to the Resmed 10 Autoset, correct?

Or is there any danger/health risk by treating myself without a therapist?

Thank you everyone for your feedback!

EDIT: Nevermind, a simple google/youtube research helped me out. @Sierra: Based on your posts I assume you setup your machine by yourself, correct? If so how would I get into the provider setup options in the Resmed 10 or dreamstation? With my trial dreamstation, I don't see an option to set max or min pressures. When I read the manual of the Resmed 10, they only say "Your AirSense 10 device has been set up for your needs by your care provider, but you may find you want to make small adjustments to make your therapy more comfortable."

Those of you buying the machine online probably don't go to a therapist, therefore you must have access to those settings. Or are the machines purchased at sleep clinics locked (like smart phones from a carrier) and as patient you cannot make important changes?

Sierra described very well how it works up in the North. Although my lung doctor told me to shop around and not to go to only one sleep clinic for the machine.