Are Zephyr Valves Right For You?
Answer a Few Questions to Find Out
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Discuss this treatment option and the process for evaluation.
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Learn more by watching Understanding if the Zephyr Valve Procedure May Be Right For You.
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A simple set of tests are required to determine if you might be a good candidate for the treatment. These include:
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFTs)
- CT Scan
- ABG (a blood test)
- 6-minute walk test
- Additional tests, such as an EKG or perfusion scan may be required
A Zephyr-trained Assessment Center or Treatment Center can determine if you are a candidate.
Learn more by watching Understanding the Zephyr Valve Eligibility Tests.
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Many insurance companies are providing coverage for Zephyr Valve treatment for appropriately selected patients. If a Zephyr Valve Treating Doctor determines you are a candidate for the treatment, Pulmonx has a team available to assist you through the insurance process. Also, your Zephyr Valve doctor’s office may be able to manage this for you.
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Learn more by watching What to Expect Before, During, and After the Zephyr Valve Procedure.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Discuss this treatment option and the process for evaluation.
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Understanding if the Zephyr Valve Procedure May Be Right For You
This video provides an introduction to the Zephyr Valve procedure for severe COPD/Emphysema and may help you decide if this option is right for you.
Step 2: Eligibility Tests
A simple set of tests are required to determine if you might be a good candidate for the treatment. These include:
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFTs)
- CT scan
- ABG (a blood test)
- 6-minute walk test
- Additional tests, such as an EKG or perfusion scan may be required
A Zephyr Valve trained Assessment Center or Treatment Center can determine if you are a candidate.
Understanding the Eligibility Tests for the Zephyr Valve Procedure
This animated video walks you through the eligibility tests performed at your Zephyr Valve evaluation.
– Barbara, 67, Flint, MI
Step 3: Insurance Coverage & Preauthorization
Many insurance companies are providing coverage for Zephyr Valve treatment for appropriately selected patients. If a Zephyr Valve Treating Doctor determines you are a candidate for the treatment, Pulmonx has a team available to assist you through the insurance process. Also, your Zephyr Valve Treating Doctor’s office may be able to manage this for you.
Step 4: Procedure
What to Expect Before, During, and After the Zephyr Valve Procedure
A Zephyr Valve Treating Doctor explains what you can expect before, during, and after the Zephyr Valve procedure to help you understand if this may be right for you.
Get Started by Calling an Assessment or Treatment Center
What's the Difference?
A Zephyr Valve Treating Center can perform eligibility tests and provide treatment if you qualify. An Assessment Center can perform eligibility tests and then, if you qualify, you can visit a Zephyr Valve Treating Center to have the procedure.
Assessment Center
Confluence Health - Assessment Center
Dr. Saba Lodhi, Dr. Sean Hachey, Dr. Craig Kunz, Dr. Jonathan Stoever
25.15 Miles Away
509-401-8902 Text me the NumberA Zephyr Care Team Member will answer and assist you.
Providence Pulmonary and Sleep Clinic
Dr. Jiten D. Patel
117.51 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: Jana Jensen
509-498-3455 Text me the NumberUniversity of Washington Medical Center
Dr. Michael Mulligan, Dr. Douglas Wood
118.35 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: Diane Lockhart, RN, BSN
206-279-6630 Text me the NumberA Zephyr Care Team Member will answer and assist you.
Virginia Mason Medical Center - Pulmonary Department
Dr. Steve Kirtland, Dr. Luke Seaburg
118.64 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: Scott Cleman, RN, Brittany Allen-Crum, Program Coordinator
206-279-9966 Text me the NumberA Zephyr Care Team Member will answer and assist you.
CHI St. Joseph Medical Center
Dr. Kurt Jensen, Dr. Navdeep Rai
121.73 Miles Away
253-617-3544 Text me the NumberMulticare Tacoma General Hospital
Dr. Abhishek Biswas
122.01 Miles Away
253-470-4189 Text me the NumberThe Oregon Clinic and Providence Portland Medical Center
Dr. Rick Balestra
174.71 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: Steve Scheide
503-546-2811 Text me the NumberLegacy Good Samaritan Hospital - Legacy Medical Group
Dr. Jordan Fein
179.54 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: April Matthews
503-410-3253 Text me the NumberOregon Lung Specialists - Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend
Dr. Khuram Ameen
266.24 Miles Away
Program Coordinator: Brie Anderson
541-612-7924 Text me the Number*Center requires physician referral, no self-referrals accepted
Benefits & Risks
Compared to patients treated with medical management alone, patients treated with Zephyr Valves have been shown to:1
- Breathe easier due to improved lung function
- Increase their exercise — they could walk farther
- Do more daily life activities, such as walking, bathing, and gardening
- Enjoy a better quality of life with more energy
- Feel more confident leaving their home
Learn about the potential risks and side effects by clicking the button below.
Potential complications of treatment can include but are not limited to pneumothorax (tear in the lung), worsening of COPD symptoms, hemoptysis, pneumonia, and, in rare cases, death.
Benefits & Risks
Compared to patients treated with medical management alone, patients treated with Zephyr Valves has been shown to:1
- Breathe easier due to improved lung function
- Increase their exercise — they could walk farther
- Do more daily life activities, such as walking, bathing, and gardening
- Enjoy a better quality of life with more energy
- Feel more confident leaving their home
Learn about the potential risks and side effects by clicking the button below.
Potential complications of treatment can include but are not limited to pneumothorax (tear in the lung), worsening of COPD symptoms, hemoptysis, pneumonia, and, in rare cases, death.
See How Patients Feel After the Zephyr Valve Treatment
Darryl, 67
Dayton, OH
Once feeling trapped in his own home, he is now adding trips to his bucket list.
Martine, 65
Owings, MD
Retired healthcare professional who loves spending time with her fur babies, husband, kids, and grandkids!
See How Patients Feel After the Zephyr Valve Treatment
Gail, 61
Racine, WI
Two years after having Zephyr Valves, she is still going strong, now able to do electric slide with her daughters.
Tommi, 57
Louisville, KY
Despite using multiple inhalers and medications her COPD was getting worse. She decided to get Zephyr Valves. Now Tommi says, although she knows it’s not a cure, she feels like she’s won the lottery.
Jim, 76
Albany, NY
Great-grandfather says he has a new lease on life and can now enjoy the annual family summer trip to Cape Cod — and even playing a full round of golf.
JC, 77
Chicago, IL
Air Force Veteran saw a 20% improvement in his lung function after treatment with Zephyr Valves. He can now enjoy long walks with his loving wife again.
John, 78
Chicago, IL
Air Force Veteran saw a 20% improvement in his lung function after treatment with Zephyr Valves. He can now enjoy long walks with his loving wife again.
Mike, 65
Portland, OR
COVID-19 didn’t stop Mike from getting his Zephyr Valves. Now, he can enjoy going on hikes with his wife and son.
Charlie, 68
Fairfax, VA
Champion swimmer and self-proclaimed “Christmas present” is now back in the pool twice a week and spending quality time with his grandkids.
Cheri, 63
Springfield, OR
Retired nurse, mother, and grandmother achieved her goal of swimming with dolphins after receiving her Zephyr Valves.
Darryl, 67
Dayton, OH
Once feeling trapped in his own home, he is now adding trips to his bucket list.
Letitia, 58
Dublin, Ireland
An outdoorsy person with a happy disposition regaining her independence.
Martine, 65
Owings, MD
Retired healthcare professional who loves spending time with her fur babies, husband, kids, and grandkids!
Margaret, 68
Winchester, VA
Before the valves she could walk for maybe 10 minutes. Now she is walking 1-1.5 miles without getting short of breath.
Jeffrey, 65
Stanford, CA
An active electrician back out in the world busy getting the things done that he couldn’t do before the valves.
Pamela, 61
Indianapolis, IN
She is now active in her church again and going to the jazz club with friends thanks to Zephyr Valves.
Martha, 66
Denison, TX
Social butterfly is back to carrying her favorite purses and traveling with her husband.
Gary, 72
Monroe, LA
Driving more than eight hours didn’t stop this southern gentleman from getting his Zephyr Valves.
Paul, 58
White Cloud, MI
Self-proclaimed “workaholic” is not only back to work, but back to enjoying the outdoors with his 16 grandchildren.
Barbara, 67
Flint, MI
Pulmonary rehab enthusiast can’t wait to travel again with friends and get back on the dance floor.
Marianne, 72
Park Ridge, IL
Now that I can breathe easier, my husband and I will be back to enjoying life and taking the long walks that we love.
Greg, 64
Morrisville, IN
Marine Corps veteran inspired to get valves by his late sister. Greg says he owes his new life to his treating team.
Jeffrey, 61
Concord, NC
Retired paramedic and avid fisherman now able to enjoy time with his first grandchild.
Shelley, 62
Peoria, AZ
Grandmother of six looking forward to visiting all of them without needing to be completely tied to her oxygen tank.
Donald, 67
Brownstown, IN
Donald’s disease forced him to retire, but now that he has his valves, he can spend time with family – including 23 grandchildren.
Bev, 72
United Kingdom
Former passionate walker is now riding his exercise bike 6 times a week and is back to doing what he loves.
Flo, 63
Texas City, TX
After being forced to retire from her dream job due to her health, she has now made it her mission to help others breathe easier thanks to the Zephyr Valves.
Jim, 76-old
Albany, NY
Great-grandfather says he has a new lease on life and can now enjoy the annual family summer trip to Cape Cod – and even playing a full round of golf.
Nancy, 69
Grand Rapids, MI
This great-aunt to 21 nieces and nephews was the second person in the state of Michigan to receive her Zephyr Valves thanks to a local news story.
Carl, 71
DuBois, PA
Carl’s goal was to walk his daughter down the aisle. After just four weeks, he was walking next to her on her wedding day.
Cindi, 66
Port O’Connor, TX
After hearing about Zephyr Valves in an online support group, she made an appointment to get evaluated. Now, Cindy says she has her life back and is living it on her terms.
Cindy, 56
Carlisle, KY
Cindy’s husband was forced to close his business so he could become her caretaker. Now, Cindy is able to take care of herself and travel with her family.
Michael
California
Professional trumpet player now back on stage and in the spotlight just 30 days after getting his Zephyr Valves. Michael says everything about his life is improved.
Aldine
Nevada
After being told to get used to the idea of being on hospice, Aldine got a second opinion and was part of the clinical trial for Zephyr Valves. Now she is traveling with her daughter and exercising like before.
Results from case studies are not necessarily predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.
