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A male asked:
I need oxygen. i have an old tank i used to use for cfs. do i have to pay some doctor to give me a prescription to get it filled with oxygen?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Shahruq Sarelaanswered
Internal Medicine 12 years experience
Oxygen: Usually you need a doctors evaluation and determination on why you need oxygen to get you approved if you're planning on using your insurance. If you plan on paying cash, you don't need a physician
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