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left-of-center2012

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Mon Apr 11, 2022, 03:54 PM Apr 2022

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Does your area have something XanaDUer2 Apr 2022 #1
Not to suggest otherwise, but can I assume your pulmonologist is ok w portable oxygen concentrator hlthe2b Apr 2022 #2
My doc ordered the tank because that's what MediCARE pays for left-of-center2012 Apr 2022 #3
Would something like this be helpful for O2 tank on a walker? Beastly Boy Apr 2022 #4
Good suggestion left-of-center2012 Apr 2022 #6
I just ordered ths left-of-center2012 Apr 2022 #9
I think you misunderstood my point. There is a big difference in PORTABLE versus STATIONARY (home) hlthe2b Apr 2022 #7
That is the rationale... FarPoint Apr 2022 #8
Good luck LetMyPeopleVote Apr 2022 #5

XanaDUer2

(13,829 posts)
1. Does your area have something
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 03:59 PM
Apr 2022

Like a Senior Resource Center? They usually have social workers, and they may be able to steer you. Good luck

hlthe2b

(106,328 posts)
2. Not to suggest otherwise, but can I assume your pulmonologist is ok w portable oxygen concentrator
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 04:12 PM
Apr 2022

over bottled oxygen? The former cannot reach the higher levels of concentrations that stationary oxygen concentrators can (nor bottled oxygen) and which some (not all) patients need-- thus why I ask. They are great for patients needing moderate supplemental oxygen but not necessarily for those with higher oxygen delivery demands.

If that is not an issue, then first, good on you. You can be far more mobile and that would undoubtedly be a big relief.

As to purchases, many manufacturers have programs to allow for discounted distribution for some in need. Your pulmonologist/respiratory therapist should be able to help with that or refer you to other possible sources of help.

Good luck!

left-of-center2012

(34,195 posts)
3. My doc ordered the tank because that's what MediCARE pays for
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 04:22 PM
Apr 2022

A quality concentrator provides an oxygen blood level of 96+, which is excellent.
My home concentrator provides that level.
A cheaper one may provide an oxygen blood level of 58.

So I’m hoping to get a good one
anyway I can.

I’m also open to suggestions on how to push both my walker and an O2 tank.

left-of-center2012

(34,195 posts)
6. Good suggestion
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 05:38 PM
Apr 2022

Although that item won't work, I'll search something similar.
Thanks

left-of-center2012

(34,195 posts)
9. I just ordered ths
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 06:40 PM
Apr 2022

It gets 4.3 out of 5 in reviews and cost $39.
Reviews say it fits a four wheeled walker and holds an E tank.
Thanks for the suggestion!

hlthe2b

(106,328 posts)
7. I think you misunderstood my point. There is a big difference in PORTABLE versus STATIONARY (home)
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 05:40 PM
Apr 2022

oxygen concentrators. The former can NOT produce the same output as a home unit nor a direct oxygen canister system. That is what you need to double-check. I'd hate to see you pay a lot of money for something that will not meet your needs.

FarPoint

(13,617 posts)
8. That is the rationale...
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 05:44 PM
Apr 2022

The tanks are able to deliver accurately ...verses the portable %V style concentrator

LetMyPeopleVote

(154,421 posts)
5. Good luck
Mon Apr 11, 2022, 05:22 PM
Apr 2022

A friend was donated one by a friend who passed away. She had it refurbished, and it is better than the tanks. We used to help her with the metal tanks. She had a roller but it was still a pain

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