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Home monitoring (blood-pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, thermometers, glucose meters and test supplies, scales), respiratory supplies (nebulizers and accessories, CPAP and BiPAP mask supplies) and daily-care supplies. See home monitoring for details.

The right choice depends on the person, the instructions from their clinician and their plan. We'd rather talk through the category with you than have you guess from a list.

Many monitoring devices can be purchased without one. Items billed to insurance usually require an order from your clinician. We'll tell you which is which.

Some categories may be covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance when medically necessary and properly documented. Coverage varies by plan and item, and the insurer makes the final decision. Call us to talk through the questions to ask.

Upper-arm monitors are generally recommended for home use, with a cuff sized to your arm. Ask your clinician if they have a preference.

Measure around the middle of your upper arm with a soft tape measure. We'll match the measurement to the right cuff range.

No — we help with equipment and technique, but your clinician interprets readings. If a reading comes with symptoms that worry you, call your clinician, or 911 in an emergency.

Strips are specific to each meter family. Bring or describe your meter and we'll help sort out compatible supplies.

It depends on the part and the instructions. We'll go over typical replacement schedules and what your plan may allow.

Yes. Practices can choose “Physician practice” on our contact form or call us to talk through how patients should reach us.

Of course. Many of our conversations are with caregivers. For anything involving health or insurance details, we may need the patient's permission.

Please don't. Our form isn't meant for medical details or insurance numbers. Tell us how to reach you and we'll discuss details by phone. See our Notice of Privacy Practices.