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Amish and electric medically necessary appliances

baire702's picture

I have been curious about this. How do Amish and other sects that don't have electricity use CPAP or asthma nebuliser if prescribed by their doctor?

Thanks, CarylAnne

baire702's picture

Re: Amish and electric medically necessary appliances

hello, an electric generator. that makes sense. thanks for the answer.

 

-carylanne

Re: Amish and electric medically necessary appliances

My experience is that it is an individual decision with consultation with elders in the community. Everyone's definition of necessity is different. That said, families who make the choice will often use an electric generator set-up exclusively for the medical equipment.

Re: Amish and electric medically necessary appliances

Caryl, I am sorry I missed this post of yours earlier, but, really BAB's answer was pretty much right on target, thanks BAB! - Kevin