What Makes a CPAP Monitor with SleepEZ Home Health Different?
Beginning CPAP therapy can feel overwhelming. Many patients are simply sent home with a machine and mask, only to struggle with discomfort, leaks, or confusing settings—and give up before therapy ever has a chance to work.
At SleepEZ Home Health in Ottawa, we do things differently. Our approach includes extended CPAP trials, clear and upfront pricing, personalized mask fittings, and long-term therapy support. These are the key factors that make our CPAP monitoring and titration program stand apart from traditional providers.
1. The First 6-Week CPAP Trial in Ottawa: More than Industry standard—For Less Than Industry Standard
Most vendors only offer a 4-week trial—and often don’t follow up properly or allow mask exchanges if your first choice isn’t working.
At SleepEZ Home Health, we go further:
- 6 weeks at a lower cost than the industry standard
- Mask fittings as clinically required—not just a one-and-done hand-off
- Pressure settings adjusted in real time based on your therapy results
- Machine selection tailored to you—different CPAP algorithms suit different patients, and we choose the device that best matches your breathing needs
Those extra two weeks matter. Life happens—whether you get sick, travel, or simply need more time to adjust. This model ensures you finish with a complete, reliable report and the confidence that your therapy is truly optimized.
And it’s not just about time—it’s about information. Every patient completes a medical intake form at the start of their trial. This allows us to objectively track how your therapy is working. Often, symptoms you wouldn’t immediately connect to sleep-disordered breathing—such as frequent awakenings, morning headaches, or even blood pressure changes—turn out to be directly linked.
We don’t just hand you a machine. We monitor, assess, and report so you can clearly see how CPAP therapy is improving your health and sleep.
2. Transparent Pricing—No Hidden Fees, No “Dispensing Charges”
Too often, patients are lured in with one price… only to discover the real cost is double once “dispensing fees” or mandatory accessory bundles are added. To make it worse, many providers don’t allow mask swaps—leaving first-time CPAP or BiPAP users stuck with equipment that doesn’t work.
At SleepEZ:
✔️ No hidden charges—your total cost is explained at the first assessment
✔️ Every dollar counts—what you pay goes toward therapy, equipment, and ongoing support
✔️ No gimmicks—we don’t believe in vague fees or upselling
Sadly, many large corporations use these tactics to cover overhead and director salaries. It’s not the fault of their staff—it’s the system. At SleepEZ, we’ve chosen a different model: clear, ethical, patient-first pricing.
3. Pressure-Fitted Masks: Confidence Before You Leave
Other providers may hand you a mask in a sealed box. At SleepEZ, we know that’s a recipe for leaks, frustration, and poor compliance.
Instead, we:
- Fit masks while you’re reclined, simulating real sleep positions
- Run mask dislodgement tests
- Adjust therapy settings in real time to confirm a proper seal
You leave knowing your mask works for your face, your comfort, and your breathing.
This isn’t just business—it’s personal. I’ve been on CPAP myself since 2021. At first, I was a “bad patient.” It took persistence, failure after failure, and small steps forward to make CPAP part of my life. I get it—it’s not always easy. But don’t give up. CPAP isn’t a ball-and-chain. It’s a therapy that restores your energy and quality of life and we get to use it to better our health.
4. Extra Patient Perks from Day One
When you start CPAP therapy with SleepEZ, you don’t leave empty-handed or scrambling for supplies. Every patient receives:
✔️ Distilled water for the humidifier
✔️ Mask wipes for easy daily cleaning
It’s the small details that make a big difference. You leave our clinic fully prepared—no unnecessary stops, no added stress.
5. Options Explained: Home Sleep Test vs. Sleep Lab
Many insurance companies tell patients: “You must go through a Level 1 Sleep Lab to get coverage.” But here’s the truth:
✔️ Insurance coverage for a CPAP in Ontario is capped at $138.50, whether you use a home sleep test (HST) or a polysomnography (PSG) lab study.
✔️ The Ontario Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP) provides additional support:
$415.50 for CPAP (if you complete a Level 1 sleep lab)
$712.50 for BiPAP (if you complete a Level 1 sleep lab)
Accessories, rentals, upgraded masks, and humidifiers are not covered by ADP—but most private insurance plans will cover them regardless of which diagnostic path you choose.
👉 Remember: Home Sleep Tests are the #1 route for fast, reliable OSA diagnosis in Canada and the USA. They’re convenient, accessible, and accurate.
At SleepEZ, we break all of this down clearly: pros, cons, coverage limits, and cost-saving strategies. And if the numbers don’t fit your budget? There’s zero pressure to continue.
6. CPAP Replacement: What Competitors Don’t Tell You
Here’s something most patients don’t know: once your CPAP reaches replacement age, you can’t just walk into a clinic and grab another subsidized machine.
✔️ Retail price for CPAP: $1,750+ at any vendor, or as low as 1000.00 online without any support.
✔️ Ontario ADP subsidized price: $554.00 for CPAP / $950.00 for BiPAP for the bare basics.
✔️ Requirement: consult with a sleep medicine physician first
✔️ Wait times: often 6 months or longer
From our experience, this leaves patients stranded:
✔️ Machines break, leaving patients untreated
✔️ Vendors simply say “go back to your doctor” without offering solutions
✔️ Patients aren’t given real therapy choices because the bare minimum is done to meet subsidy requirements
At SleepEZ, our model prevents this:
✔️ Therapy Guarantee for 6 years—you’re never left without treatment
✔️ Courtesy 4.5-year follow-up—we remind you early to book your replacement consult so you’re not left on waitlists
We stay proactive so you don’t end up in a desperate state for therapy.
Why Patients in Ottawa Choose SleepEZ
✅ 6-week trials (longer than the industry standard, lower cost)
✅ Transparent pricing (no gimmicks, no hidden fees)
✅ Full funding & insurance guidance (without pressure)
✅ Therapy guaranteed for 6 years
✅ Real mask fittings (not box hand-offs)
✅ Locally owned & operated (serving Stittsville, Kanata, Barrhaven, Arnprior and Nepean)
Exclusive perks of purchasing through SleepEZ:
15% off all CPAP accessories for life—in-store or online
Access to our Patient App for:
✅ Easy appointment booking
✅ Accessory requests
✅ Online store ordering
✅ Virtual assistant support
✅ New prescription uploads
No more chasing vendors for supplies, appointments, or answers—we put it all in one place for you.
SleepEZ isn’t just another vendor. We’re a community-based provider committed to affordable, accessible, patient-focused care—with real long-term value.