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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 answer4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Shahruq Sarela
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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