Seniors: Do You Qualify for a Free Portable Oxygen Concentrator?

By: Eric Piwowar
Estimated Completion Time
1 min
Seniors: Do You Qualify for a Free Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
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About This Quiz

Millions of Americans are affected by breathing disorders like asthma and emphysema, with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) being the third leading cause of death in the United States. What many seniors might not realize is that they may qualify for free oxygen equipment, including portable oxygen concentrators, if they meet certain requirements. Answer the questions below to find out if you might be eligible for discounted, or even free oxygen equipment. While not everyone will qualify, it is possible to receive oxygen therapy for a much lower price than you might think.

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Do you have a severe lung disease or are you not getting enough oxygen?
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Would your health improve with oxygen therapy?
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Have you tried alternative treatments to oxygen therapy?
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Have you participated in a blood gas study?
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Has your physician written you an order or prescription for oxygen?
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Have you had oxygen therapy in the past?
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Do you own your own oxygen equipment?
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Are you 65 years of age or older?
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Do you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance or Railroad Retirement payments?
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Do you qualify for Medicare?
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