Oxygen Therapy
A physician referral and or prescription may be required.
Home Oxygen Therapy service include:
- Emergency service 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
- Respiratory assessments, equipment delivery, and service initiation
- Free consultation and assessment regarding oxygen funding through the Home Oxygen Program (HOP), private insurance, or a third party
- Monthly scheduled in-home visits by a Regulated Health Professional (RRT/RPN) to assess client progress and respiratory needs
- Weekly scheduled visits by a Regulated Health Professional (RRT/RPN) to assess resident progress and respiratory needs in Long Term Care Facilities as well as Retirement Residences
- Scheduled deliveries of portable cylinders and supplies based on client needs
- Monthly reports to prescribing physician(s) or more frequent when required
- Weekly charting and documentation in Long Term Care Facilities and Retirement Residences
- Risk and safety assessments
- On-going equipment maintenance during routine scheduled visit with a strictly followed service schedule
- Back-up and emergency oxygen equipment and supplies
- Provision of oxygen portability prior to hospital discharge
- Assistance with travel arrangements for oxygen users
- Free in-services to contracted facilities including CPR training
- On-going client and caregiver education on various issues including equipment use, safety, and infection prevention and control
- Knowledgeable and friendly staff who are dedicated to providing safe and quality care
