Ontario people can buy their oxygen concentrators instead

[Lorraine]

Just want to let people from Ontario that if you want to buy your own concentrators instead of renting you can.
I have recently purchased a stationery concentrator and also a portable concentrator. Ordered it from Toronto.
I have been on oxygen since December 2014
I have qualified the previous times for my medical oxygen to be covered by Government, but the last walking test they did did not qualify me, I guess I had a good breathing day,
The previous test showed that I went down so much right away that they said for sure you need it.
I know that I still need oxygen, Itherefore I immediately ordered from a company in Toronto Canada
Very good service and super fast delivery, the prices where great and being a medical device there is no taxes.
My oxygen supplier from which I was getting my equipment said since I did not qualify I would have to rent their equipment. When I said I would like to buy the
Equipment they said that in Ontario they where not allowed to sell me the equipment.

My oh my the lied to me , of course you can buy your equipment and it is well worth it. All my equipment I bought is so so much cheaper in the long run, after only 8 months, if I compare the rental price I a ahead of the game.
Sad to see. Oxygen providers that are so money hungry lying to their clients

Thumbs up and know that you have a choice people

[gerald]

Could you please let me know what company your purchased from?

[Lorraine]

Hi Gerald
The company is FPM Solutions
Toronto Ont
Toll free number is 1-877-820-4878




this is is where I bought my portable and my stationary concentrator




They have free shipping for I believe anything over $149.00
My equipment came by Fed Ex really fast ,delivery at door. And free. , I called and ask for their best price.
What I did , I asked the girl I was dealing with for their email , I then took a picture of my doctors prescription for home oxygen and emailed it to her,and that was it, paid with my visa
They give you a tracking number , make sure you ask for one if they for some reason forget because you have to check it often so you are sure to be home for the delivery . I am very satisfied with them.
Take care
Lorraine

[barb7330]

I'm in Ontario and don't have to pay anything for my oxygen. I have a big concentrator and a small portable, plus I have M6 cylinders that has a regulator on top. I usually use these if I'm going out for a short time.
I find the portable I have is heavy to carry and more awkward.

[Lorraine]

HI Barb
In Ontario if you don't qualify through the government for funding that is if your test is above the guidlines for government funding you have to rent your oxygen equipment and pay high rental fees to the oxygen therapy supply companies or like I found out in Ontario you can purchase your oxygen equipment out right. I was funded. By the government for almost a year until I had my lastest walk test to see my oxygen levels, that is when I was a little above the requirements to get funded by the government .

[gerald]

Thank you Lorraine, I have purchased from a US company and their prices were good. But, delivery across the border is always a problem.

Barb, in BC, for me they will only provide bottled oxygen which is of no use in Air travel or when you are away from home for longer periods.

[jim]

Thank you for sharing this Lorraine, I'm sure it will be of use to some of our Canadian members. thumbsupde1

[barb7330]

All my walk tests have been low so I guess I'm stuck with this hose forever. I notice I'm having to use it more in the day now...

My Dr. changed my meds in September. They made we worse so I'm changed back to symbicort and spiriva. I see him again in February. I expect he'll want me back in hospital for another breathing test and the 6 minute walk...

[gerald]

My walking tests were quite low.

However, they said because the oxygen did not provide enough of an increase in the blood oxygen levels the they would not cover it. My respiratory specialist went to bat and got it covered but they came back with bottle oxygen only.

[barb7330]

The other RN that used to come and check me every 6 months has retired....I haven't seen the new girl yet that replaced her...My breathing has got progressively worse this last few months so I'm sure I'll pass. I use the oxygen all night and probably 5 or 6 hours during the day depending what I'm doing.

[gerald]

Lorraine: I checked those peoples pricing against a few here in the west and in the US.
The prices FPM Solutions is offering are excellent. They are actually cheaper than the US prices in many cases.


Good find!

[mary57]

Great advice Lorraine thanks for sharing withus.

[Suzanne (Suz)]

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Thanks everyone for your input and finds on the oxygen and the rentals and the funds across Canada - Many of our newer members may be interested in this kind of information if they are at that stage and that is why this site is so important to have. It gives all of us the information we need. We do have to remember to be sure & check with your Dr. about any advice given by Forum Members! - This information though is very helpful - thank you everyone.

[Chris]

Do any of the companies provide financing if you want to purchase

[gerald]

I am not aware of any of the Canadian Companies offering Financing. 
I know some of the US companies show a financing entry on their websites.

Also many of these companies offer reconditioned machines that can significantly reduce the costs.

[Tired of being taken]

I've tried to buy an Oxygen Concentrator for months its on many suppliers Websites that they are for sale.

Sometimes I qualify for funding support....and sometimes I don't ..If I don't I rent a unit for $400.00/mth. when the unit sells in full for $2500-$3500  and a 5 year gty.

Some suppliers prefer only to rent as you can imagine with rental fees  I would buy them 2 full units a year.

They will tell you it's illegal to sell them...It is not. They just want to rent for obvious reasons.

I have found a respectable Company in Ontario that is a main provider with numerous locations throughout Ontario.

www.health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/adp/policies_procedures_manuals/docs/home_oxygen_manual.pdf - Scroll down to 201

[Millie, Ontario]

I am so glad that I found this page.  When I do the walk test, it doesn't always go below the required 88 but my heart rate soars to between 135-140.  I am not at all happy with the company so I think I will look into purchasing my own equipment.  Thank you to all of you for this input. <3

[barb7330]

Millie. Why don't you just change companies....I'm with medicare and no problems at all.

[Dr adam]

Nov 18, 2015 10:54:08 GMT -5 Lorraine said:

You can buy or rent quality Oxygen Concentrators from oxygoxygenconcentratorsforsale.online. They sell below manufacturer's price and offer free shipping and next day delivery.