Archive for December, 2007

What if I got a regular mask and now I need a full face mask…

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 30th, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

Will my insurance pay for it?  What are the requirements?

Usually most insurances will pay for a full face mask (A7030) even after they have bought you a standard mask (A7034) IF  you have tried a chin strap or some other device to help keep your mouth closed and that also failed.  Most people can use a chin strap for a few weeks to a few months and it trains that jaw muscle to stay closed.
Some folks however, even that doesn’t work to keep the mouth closed and they have no choice but to go to the full face mask.

Fisher & Paykel has a full face mask Flexi-Fit 431 & Flexi-Fit 432) that has a unique feature where it actually goes under your chin to further assist you with keeping your mouth closed.  Personally I like Fisher & Paykel’s whole line of masks. They are great for people that move a lot in their sleep.

I hope this helps answer this question, please feel free to post comments on any of the articles for more information.  I worked in the industry for several years and worked through a lot of billing issues.  I know most of the ways to ensure compliance and insurance coverage for what is necessary.

Terrah (The SleepGeek)

Boost Your Metabolism to Lose Weight

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

There are a lot of people who would give a lot to increase their metabolism. Having a high level of metabolism enables one to burn fat and lose weight fast with the least amount of exertion. Metaboli… [Author: Steven Muller - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

How do you know if you have sleep apnea? Thanks to the wonderful technology of online resources, millions of sleep apnea patients are now aware of their current health condition and sleep apnea sympt… [Author: Gary M. Miller - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Burn Fat, Lift Heavy (part 1)

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

How does a pill that burns fat faster than any supplement out there sound? How about that very same pill increasing muscle tone and density? You’ve gotta admit, it sounds pretty exciting doesn’t it… [Author: Kevin Raison - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Why Ginkgo Biloba Is The Best-Selling Booster For Brain Function

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

The preparations of ginkgo biloba commonly sold as herbal supplements are derived from the leaves of the ginkgo trees, which are probably the longest living in the world Individual trees are believed… [Author: Steve P Smith - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Anti Aging Digestion Enzymes Are Essential For Life

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

Digestive enzymes are the most essential nutritional requirements that our bodies need to stay alive. Enzymes break down the nutrients that we eat and reduces them to a size and condition that make t… [Author: Jennifer Kays - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Does Counting Sheep Work As A Sleep Aid?

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

?One sheep, two sheep, three sheep???.zzzzzzzzz.? Hey! Did someone just doze off into that grassy hillside where all those sheep like to spend their time jumping over fences? It?s true what you?ve he… [Author: Gary M. Miller - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Six Pack Abs - 3 Mistakes to Avoid at All Cost

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

If you are working out to develop six pack abs then you need to be aware of the three biggest mistakes described in this article and avoid them at all cost! First, you need to understand the differe… [Author: Tom Gifford - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Depression and Pregnancy-What Is the Connection?

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

At one time, doctors believed that the hormones associated with pregnancy were a good protection against depression. In more recent years, however, there has been a growing body of evidence that depr… [Author: Craig Smith - Health - December 21, 2007]

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Rejuvenate Skin Injuries with All Natural Ingredients

Written by Ter on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 in Sleep Apnea.

Skin remodeling can be an effective procedure for distinct kinds of skin blemishes. The renewal of aging and blemished skin is a normal desire for people who miss the shiny skin they had in their you… [Author: Gabrielle Rygh - Health - December 21, 2007]

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