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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?

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

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

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/21/2019

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