Sleep Apnea Treatment

Question by rupert: Military disability, Sleep apnea and out of pocket CPAP cost?
I am currently in the United States Army and I was recently diagnosed with Sleep Apnea. The doctor told me that I will have to use a CPAP machine to help me get better sleep at night. I have done some research and found out that I will be eligible for 50% disability, and some of the disability money will be used for CPAP parts. I was wondering on average how much “out of pocket money” do theses parts cost.
the first answer is great not to high of a out of pocket cost but I was wondering if there were monthly parts you need to buy and if so how much they cost

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Answer by Mr. P
The last machine that I got cost me about $ 400 out of pocket, total cost for the unit, hose and face piece.

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Question by FloridaGurl: Does anyone have any idea if there’s any way to apply for ss disability while still working?
I am 48 & have worked since 15 yrs old. I’ve been raising 3 children alone for 15 yrs & over time my health has slowly deteriorated. I have bad back problems(herniated discs, bulging discs, spinal stenosis & more) all documented by MRI. I take prescribed pain meds daily, I have high BP, huge heel spurs that cause constant swelling that never subsides & much pain in both ankles & lower limbs. It is extremely difficult to get up & around every day. I can’t stand but for a few minutes & after sitting for long periods (at work) it’s difficult to get up & walk. I struggle with most home chores and even dressing. I have severe sleep apnea, my O2 level drops and sustains at 60% many times during sleep. I was prescribed a BiPap machine but because of my insurance pkg, was not able to afford it. Here’s the catch, I MUST WORK even if I drag myself in, I am the only support for my kids. I was told you must be out of work for 6 mos. to apply, is there any other way? Thanks for any suggestions

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Talk to your md. ask him if he/she will fill out disability form for you. You only have to be unemployed for about 7 days.

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