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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Nov 24, 2023 | Replies (108)
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Hello, how do you qualify for a vest? I asked my pulmonologist and she said I do not qualify- you need to have at least two infections during a year while having bronchiectasis. She also thinks it could be hard on my ribs since I am only 103 pounds. Who has any experience with a vest? I would be grateful if you shared with me how you reacted to using it.
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I do have both MAC and Bron. I was seeing my pul for under a year and all I know is that she put in referral for vest (Hillrom) and I was approved. HMO Medicare Advantage Plan covered most of it and after applying with Hillrom for financial assistance they will cover anything insurance doesn't. Respiratory Therapist then comes to your home and shows you how to use it.
I have only been using it for 3 weeks @2-3 times day. I weigh under 90 lbs and it in no way aggravates my ribs. If you look at videos on YouTube you can see how much it inflates and the frequency of oscillations is set low when you start out. Hope this helps.