Frequently Asked Questions

Our team are qualified registered nurses (not medical representatives) who assess patients on different machines and settings (pulse vs continuous flow) to ensure the patient has the most suitable oxygen concentrator machine.

People with a variety of conditions may benefit from supplemental oxygen. These include:

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

• Pulmonary fibrosis

• Emphysema

• Pneumonia

• Severe asthma

• Cystic fibrosis

• Sleep apnea

• Anemia

When your body is not getting enough oxygen, you might feel confused, weak, tired, or breathless. Supplemental oxygen can help relieve these symptoms and improve your overall health.

Pulse dose oxygen concentrators deliver oxygen on inhalation. This type of oxygen flow is ideal for treating respiratory conditions that do not require a high LPM (liters of oxygen delivered per minute). The benefit of a pulse dose oxygen concentrator is that it works with your breathing needs as they change. You get oxygen at your own pace. Plus, pulse dose oxygen concentrators are usually small, compact and lightweight so they are also easy to take along for daily activities.

Continuous flow oxygen concentrators deliver a steady flow of oxygen all the time. If your prescription calls for a high Litres Per Minute (LPM), you will probably need a continuous flow concentrator. These machines work harder than pulse concentrators, delivering oxygen all day and night, even as you sleep.

In Australia, provision of home oxygen concentrators is not covered by Medicare. In some cases, it is available for rent through State programs from public hospitals.

Private Health does not cover the purchase of oxygen concentrators; however a rebate may be able available depending on the Health insurer and level of cover. As a general rule, please contact your health fund.

Oxygen is a prescription only medication in Australia which is prescribed by Doctor (GP or Specialist).

Doctors refer patients to our team at O2 Healthcare.