• pheonixdown@sh.itjust.works
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    18 days ago

    CPAP, comes with a cell chip in it to relay data for the Dr to monitor/access. Cell chip stops working after 5 years.

    Edit: Realized this could use more clarity. The cell plan for the chip expires after 5 years and cannot be renewed, meaning the entirely functional machine needs to be replaced or the Dr can’t properly monitor necessary vitals.

    • MNByChoice@midwest.social
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      16 days ago

      Interesting! FYI, not all Doctors require the constant monitoring, so some people can keep using the same machine longer.