Q. Does Medicare cover the
Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
Yes.
If you have Medicare part B they
cover their standard 80%.
You will be responsible for the
20% co-payment unless you have
supplemental insurance to cover
this amount
Q: Why do people on oxygen
therapy prefer to travel with a
Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
Because, unlike traditional or
outdated systems, the Portable
Oxygen Therapy Concentrator is
specifically designed for the
active oxygen user, is welcomed
by most commercial airlines (FAA
approved), and virtually
eliminates all the cost, worry,
and hassle of traveling with
oxygen. With a Portable Oxygen
Concentrator you are no longer
held back by the time and
distance limitations of your
current oxygen therapy. Now,
whether you are traveling around
the block or around the world,
you'll enjoy the freedom and
convenience of unlimited oxygen
anywhere - especially on planes.
Q: Do you rent Portable
Oxygen Concentrators?
Yes.
For more information regarding
our rental program please fill
out our rental form.
One of
our Respiratory Consultants will
contact you shortly.
Q: Which commercial airlines
allow the Portable Oxygen
Concentrators on board?
The FAA
has approved the following Open-Aire
Portable Oxygen Concentrators
for use on all commercial
flights:
EverGo, Solo 2, and XPO2.
Q: Can I bring the Oxygen
Concentrator on a cruise?
Most
cruise lines will accept
passengers who require oxygen
with advance notice of at least
10 days and you must arrange for
your own oxygen equipment.
Q: Can I use a Portable
Oxygen Concentrator while I
sleep?
Most
patients are able to, but your
may want to speak to your doctor
and let him/her determine
whether or not a Portable Oxygen
Concentrator is appropriate for
you while you sleep. An
overnight pulse oximetry test
may be necessary to measure your
oxygen saturation level while
using a Portable Oxygen
Concentrator at night. In the
event that you cannot, Open-Aire
can supply you with additional
equipment to meet your need.
Q: How much is a Portable
Oxygen Concentrator?
We have
several payment options
depending on your coverage and
your needs.
To find out which unit is best
for you call 1-888-602-7005 to
speak with a Respiratory
consultant about your options.
Q: How long can a Portable
Oxygen Concentrator operate on
battery power?
An
Open-Aire Portable Oxygen
Concentrator can operate up to 8
hours on a set of fully charged
batteries. It is important to
remember that battery life
varies from unit to unit and
depends on the patients' liter
flow setting. A Respiratory
Consultant can help determine
what your own usage time will be
based on model and LPM settings.
Q: How do I know which
Portable Oxygen Concentrator is
right for me?
Ultimately it is a decision for
you and your doctor to make.
However, please speak with one
of our Respiratory Consults
first and they will explain the
particular benefits of each unit
and help you take the first step
to deciding which will be
clinically efficient and fit
your lifestyle.
Q: Does the unit make its
own oxygen?
Yes. So
long as the unit has access to
its battery power or an external
power source, the unit can make
unlimited oxygen.
Q: How long does it take to
get?
Once we
obtain a copy of your oxygen
prescription and paperwork from
your doctor, most people receive
their equipment within three to
five days.
Q: Where are you located?
Our
corporate and administrative
offices are located in Port
Orange and Fort Lauderdale,
Florida. Open-Aire is a National
oxygen provider.
