Why is liquid oxygen being discontinued? The complex reasons behind its declining availability
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According to the American Association of Respiratory Care, the use of liquid oxygen among Medicare recipients dropped by 80% between 2010 and 2020, even as respiratory disease prevalence remained unchanged. The dramatic decline in the availability of liquid oxygen isn't due to safety concerns or a lack of clinical need but is instead a complex issue rooted in healthcare economics and technological shifts. This situation has profoundly impacted thousands of patients with severe respiratory conditions who rely on this therapy for high-flow, mobile oxygen support.
