Respiratory Services and Supplies FAQ

• How soon can I expect delivery of home oxygen?

• Can I receive respiratory medications in addition to my home nebulizer from Blackburn's?

• Can I coordinate receiving all of my home medical equipment from Blackburn's?

• Does Blacburn's participate with my insurance plan and will they bill my insurance for the services I receive?

• How do I request Blackburn's to be my homecare provider when I am in the hospital or with my doctor?

• What do I do if I need to travel with oxygen?

• Can I be cured of my sleep apnea?

Upon receipt of a physician's prescription for home oxygen, expect same day delivery and instruction. 

Yes, in most instances, Blackburn's pharmacy can provide the respiratory medications at the same time the home nebulizer is delivered. In most cases, it will be the same day the physician’s prescription is sent to Blackburn's.  We also assist with monthly re-orders and shipment to home.

Yes. Blackburn's is a comprehensive provider and can offer various types of equipment and services for patients with multiple needs.

Yes to both. Blackbun's is contracted with most major insurances and directly bills insurances on behalf of the patient.

You should be given the choice to select Blackburn's or other providers when you first need home medical equipment and services.

Contact Blackburn's respiratory department at least 2 weeks before your departure. We will assist with travel arrangements to make traveling with oxygen hassle-free.

Generally, no. Patients may experience lesser degrees of sleep apnea based on healthy living habits and/or weight loss, but in most cases, sleep apnea and it's conditions remain with a patient for most of their adult life.  Accurate measurement of sleep disturbance can be determined from an extensive sleep study in a sleep lab.