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Can I buy a CPAP machine without a prescription?

No, in following with federal and local Texas laws you need a prescription to purchase either a CPAP, APAP, or BiPAP machine. CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP machines are classified as Class II Medical Devices by the Food and Drug Administration, because of...

How can I get a CPAP prescription?

Prescription for CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP machines will require a sleep study to be completed first. CPAP.com offers home sleep studies within the United States, an ideal option to secure a prescription and get tested within the comfort of your own...

Will an old prescription meet requirements or do I need a new one?

Some prescriptions are written for a "Lifetime Need" or "99 Months" and can be used to get the prescribed equipment as often as needed to continue therapy. If a prescription notes a number of refills, it will be valid to dispense the listed...

Can I use an international prescription?

Yes, CPAP.com accepts valid international prescriptions that have been translated into English. If the prescription is not written in English, the entire prescription must be translated into English on the original document. Upon receipt and...

How can I submit my prescription to CPAP.com?

If you have a valid prescription for CPAP equipment, it can be submitted in the following ways: Fax Toll-free - 866-353-2727 International - 713-541-7377 Email [email protected] (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) We require prescriptions to be either:...

What does a mask prescription need to say?

A mask prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: CPAP Mask, CPAP Supplies, CPAP Humidifier, CPAP, Continuous Positive Airway...

What does a CPAP prescription need to say?

A CPAP prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: CPAP or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Your specific pressure setting:...

What does an APAP prescription need to say?

An APAP prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: APAP, AutoPAP, AutoSet, Auto CPAP, Auto Adjusting CPAP, Self Adjusting...

What does a BIPAP prescription need to say?

A BiPAP prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: BiPAP, BiLevel, VPAP Your inspiration pressure (Also called IPAP or...

What does a BIPAP Auto need to say?

A BiPAP Auto prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: BiPAP, BiLevel, VPAP, BiPAP Auto Inspiratory pressure (IPAP) and...

What does a BIPAP ST prescription need to say?

A BiPAP ST prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name A backup rate or BPM setting One of the following words or phrases: BiPAP ST, Synchrony ST, VPAP ST Your...

What does a BIPAP Auto SV prescription need to say?

A BiPAP Auto SV prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: BiPAP SV, BiPAP Servo Ventilation Either an IPAP pressure range...

What does a BIPAP AVAP prescription need to say?

A BiPAP AVAP prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name The tidal volume estimated One of the following words or phrases: BiPAP ST, AVAP, BiPAP AVAP, BiLevel AVAP,...

What does a humidifier prescription need to say?

A humidifier prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: CPAP Humidifier, Humidifier, HH, CPAP Supplies, CPAP Mask, CPAP,...

What does an EPAP prescription need to say?

An EPAP prescription must contain the following information: Your Doctor's contact information Your Doctor's signature Your full name One of the following words or phrases: Provent, Provent Therapy, Provent (#) Pack, Bongo, EPAP therapy

How can I tell if my prescription is valid?

The prescription must meet the following requirements: Doctor's Information (Name, Credentials, Address, Phone Number) Doctor's Signature Your Full Name Item Being Prescribed Expiration information listed as lifetime need, 99 months, have a future...

Who can write the prescription?

The prescription can be written by any of the following care providers: - Medical Doctor - Doctors of Osteopathy - Psychiatrists (MD Only) - Physicians Assistants - Nurse Practitioners - Dentists - Naturopathic Physicians We will not accept...

Are prescriptions required for mask, machine, humidifier, and EPAP purchases?

Yes. Federal law requires we have a valid prescription on file before we ship your CPAP mask, machine, humidifier, or EPAP therapy (including Provent and Bongo RX purchases). You will also need a prescription to purchase the Nightbalance POSA device.

How do I get a CPAP machine prescription?

Getting a CPAP machine isn't hard, but you will need a prescription before purchasing. Getting a Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and CPAP Prescription To get a CPAP machine, you'll need a prescription first, which starts with a sleep study and sleep apnea...