MAC & Bronchiectasis: Discussions | Page 3

Symbicort is prescribed to keep down inflammation in the lungs. It is for long term use....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1175686/

Discussion: Have MAC with pseudemonas

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Nov 18, 2024

I have volara. NJH where I got the order appealed to my insurance- Medicare advantage pop...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1290108/

Discussion: Volara and Medicare

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Apr 26 7:11am

@rmoore901 I actually have a PPO with my Humana. It's called Humana Choice PPO. At first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1409675/

Discussion: Brinsupri follow-up

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Oct 6 12:25pm

I have had a Volara for about two years. Once the settings were adjusted to my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198605/

Discussion: Any suggestions for expelling tenacioius mucus plugs?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Dec 28, 2024

I looked up the Volara but it is still not clear to me what it is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/859640/

Discussion: Volara and Medicare

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: May 14, 2023

@davis5663 I'd like to be able to sterilize, but I don't think it's a high risk....

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Discussion: Volara nebulizer

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: 6 days ago

There is a newer machine out called Volara, made by Hill Rom. I have tried it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/708152/

Discussion: Can you use a percussion vest with brittle bones & spine issues?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: May 14, 2022

@healthybon a number of people here use Volara but HillRom is pretty good about communicating with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/895208/

Discussion: Smart Vest…Possible alternative

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Jul 13, 2023

https://abmrc.com/biwaze-clear-home-care/ Looks interesting and a possible competitor to Volara? Internet says $5,000 for a new one...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1345768/

Discussion: Vest to BiWaze Clear for airway clearance

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Jul 11 10:16am

The HCPCS codes are: E0481 (Intrapulmonary percussive ventilation system and related accessories), and E1399 (Durable medical...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/936332/

Discussion: Volara and Medicare

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Sep 25, 2023

I have a percussion vest which I tried to use once a day but cracked a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198189/

Discussion: Any suggestions for expelling tenacioius mucus plugs?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Dec 27, 2024

I soak the mouthpiece attachments after each use in hot water that we increased our tank...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1385587/

Discussion: What are the stages and symptoms of Bronchiectasis?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Sep 3 9:24am

Yikes, I guess it's not for me, as I have a leaky aortic valve that will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198607/

Discussion: Any suggestions for expelling tenacioius mucus plugs?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Dec 28, 2024

Referring back to the Volara. Interesting that NJH suggested using the Volara. For me at the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198713/

Discussion: Any suggestions for expelling tenacioius mucus plugs?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Dec 28, 2024

Hi, when say you cleared, does that mean your mac test was negative or you got...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1289187/

Discussion: Loss of voice after Arikayce nebulizer

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Apr 24 6:52pm

Thanks, @rstel7272 for the info. Flutter valve (acapella) did not help me much. The best to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/859267/

Discussion: Volara and Medicare

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: May 13, 2023

Wow...the Volara and a vest! You have quite the airway clearance toolbox!! I too, sometimes use...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/713460/

Discussion: Why do daily airway clearance?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Jun 2, 2022

Hi Im also pretty new on here. I was on here maybe 5 years sgo when...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1433593/

Discussion: Brinsupri follow-up

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Nov 8 9:41am

Yes, Volara is made by Baxter and is for hospital use. I'm not sure it's available...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198275/

Discussion: Any suggestions for expelling tenacioius mucus plugs?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: Dec 27, 2024

Thank you. I did a quick Google search for the Volara system. It sounds pretty effective...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/708182/

Discussion: Can you use a percussion vest with brittle bones & spine issues?

Support Group: MAC & Bronchiectasis

Posted: May 14, 2022

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