RESPeRATE and Your Doctor

Talking to your doctor about the world's first OTC treatment for hypertension.

What to tell your doctor about RESPeRATE.

It's FDA cleared for lowering blood pressure. It's not a drug and can be safely used in conjunction with medications. It's scientifically proven in 10 published studies to lower blood pressure. There are no side effects. There are over 100,000 people using RESPeRATE.

What else should I know?

Indications for Use (Over the counter/OTC):

RESPeRATE is intended for use as a relaxation treatment for the reduction of stress by leading the user through interactively guided and monitored breathing exercises. The device is indicated for use only as an adjunctive treatment for high blood pressure together with other pharmacological and/or non-pharmacological interventions.

Contraindications:

None known.

Precautions:

Do not use this device without consulting your physician if you suffer or have suffered in the past from: Active ischemic heart disease/unstable angina, bradycardia, severe congestive heart failure, chronic atrial fibrillation, stroke resulting in permanent impairment, chronic renal failure, severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis and emphysema, major organ failure, sleep paralysis, have a pacemaker or if you are pregnant.

Common Sense Advice:

InterCure strongly recommends that you do not modify your hypertension treatments without the advice and consent of your physician.

Health Insurance Coverage:

While RESPeRATE is not yet covered by Medicare or major health plans, some insurance plans have covered RESPeRATE on a case-by-case basis. You can work with your doctor to submit a Prior Authorization of Benefits form to your insurer. For the convenience of your physician, this form is available to download here.

Our Customer Care Representatives will be glad to assist you and your healthcare provider through the process and do our utmost to secure coverage.* We appreciate your feedback and encourage you to let us know

Important Notes:

• As InterCure does not act as a provider, any reimbursement from your insurer should be paid directly to you.
• If you have already purchased RESPeRATE, submit your invoice (the "Order confirmation" email) with the Prior Authorization Form. Please contact a Customer Care Representative if you did not receive the invoice.
• A claim is more likely to be approved if you have been previously unable to control your blood pressure with at least two preferred medications indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
• The Prior Authorization form must be signed by your physician.
• If prior authorization is not approved on the first try, most insurers offer the right to an appeal.
• Other than insurance coverage, RESPeRATE is generally approved for reimbursement by FSA and HSA plans.

*Please note that co-payments, deductibles and some restrictions may apply according to your insurance benefits. InterCure makes no representation or warranty that insurance coverage will be approved.