Oh yeah. I'm going to die. I had my first one covered too but no such luck this time around. I'd have to pay out of pocket and I cannot afford $2k for that. Even if I were to get the same model as I have, the AirSense 10, it's only $300 cheaper.

[–] partial_accumen@lemmy.world 5 points 3 weeks ago (5 children)

I had no idea CPAP machines cost so much!

[–] Stamets@lemmy.dbzer0.com 8 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (4 children)

Most medical products cost a fucking exorbitant amount because they're usually charging insurance companies not people. That being said, they don't give a fuck about individuals. Even if you don't have insurance they won't lower the cost in any capacity. You're just screwed. And, infuriatingly, the machine that I need in order to stay alive because I stop breathing when I sleep, is nearly $2000. Granted 2k Canadian but still. Like what the fuck. WHAT THE FUCK. I just wanna sleep...

[–] persona_non_gravitas@piefed.social 2 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (1 children)

Fuck. Mine is free to me through public healthcare because Nordics, yearly masks and so far one replacement included.

Have you looked into DIY versions (yes I know, project graveyard) or Chinese ones? Long ago before I had access to a "real" one, I got a BMC APAP w/ humidifier & oximeter (not needed for use) from Wish for maybe 350€, because the risk of toxic fumes felt worth it and it still works just fine, even if it smells plastic-y after non-use.

[–] Stamets@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 3 weeks ago

Can't say that I have but I might have to

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