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Monday 8:30am - 5pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

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10/26/2026

Medicap Home Medical is at the Senior Life Conference in Des Moines today helping with education on sleep, stress and energy!

10/23/2026

HAPPY EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION WEEK!

What a fun week celebrating the amazing people who make our team so special! From Monochrome Monday to Texas Tuesday, Wild Wednesday, Tie-Dye Thursday, and Fuzzy Friday, our staff brought the spirit, creativity, and smiles all week long!

We are so grateful for each and every member of our team. Your hard work, dedication, teamwork, and positive attitudes make a difference every single day, and we couldn’t do what we do without you!

Here’s a look at our awesome crew showing off their spirit and having fun throughout the week!

Have you received exceptional service from one of our team members? We’d love for you to give them a shout-out in the comments below! Help us celebrate the amazing people who go above and beyond to make a difference every day.

Thank you for all that you do and for being such an incredible team! We appreciate you more than you know!

10/22/2026

Happy Sleep Technologists Appreciation Week! While the rest of us rest, sleep technologists work through the night to help patients breathe easier and sleep better. Thank you for all you do!

10/07/2026

Fire Prevention Week: Small Devices Can Make a Lifesaving Difference

For people who use oxygen at home, fire safety is especially important. That’s why Medicap Home Medical is proud to support our community by helping make home oxygen use safer.

Earlier this year, our team donated 50+ Firesafe firebreaks to the Des Moines Fire Department to help protect local home oxygen users. These small safety devices connect to oxygen tubing and are designed to stop the flow of oxygen if the tubing catches fire, helping prevent flames from traveling toward the oxygen source.

This Fire Prevention Week, we’re proud to partner with our local first responders to help keep our patients and community safer. ❤️🔥

Have questions about home oxygen equipment or safety? Talk to the Medicap Home Medical team — we’re here to help!

09/30/2026

Ever wake up and find water in your CPAP mask or tubing?

That's called CPAP rainout. It happens when the warm, humid air from your CPAP machine meets cooler air in your tubing, causing moisture to collect as water droplets. The result? Gurgling sounds, water in your mask, and interrupted sleep.

A few simple adjustments may help reduce rainout:

✔ Use heated tubing
✔ Adjust your humidifier settings
✔ Keep your CPAP machine lower than your head while you sleep
✔ Add a hose cover for insulation
✔ Maintain a comfortable bedroom temperature

If rainout is becoming a regular problem, it may be time to explore different equipment options. Our team can help you find solutions that keep your therapy comfortable and your sleep on track. https://ow.ly/9mjS50ZImgT

09/25/2026

UPDATE 12:55 PM - Our power has been restored and we appreciate your patience.

⚡ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE ⚡
12:27 PM Update

We are currently without power at our 1801 2nd Ave location in Des Moines, Iowa.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Please check back for updates - we will continue to keep you informed and let you know as soon as power has been restored.

Thank you for your understanding!

09/23/2026

Come join us at Medicap Home Medical for our Fall Prevention event tomorrow in Ottumwa!!

09/23/2026

If stairs are becoming more difficult due to age, injury, or mobility changes, a stair lift can help you access every level of your home with greater confidence and independence. By reducing the risk of falls and making daily movement easier, stair lifts can help you stay in the home you love longer.

Contact us today to learn how a stair lift or other home modifications can help make your home safer and more accessible. https://ow.ly/4TBt50ZImgl

09/16/2026

Your CPAP equipment works hard every night. Over time, normal wear and tear can impact comfort and therapy effectiveness.

Here are a few signs it may be time to replace your supplies:

✅ Your mask no longer seals properly

✅ You notice more air leaks

✅ Your mask cushion feels stiff or worn

✅ Your equipment isn't as comfortable as it used to be

Replacing CPAP supplies on schedule can help support a better fit, improved comfort, and more effective therapy.

Not sure if it's time for new supplies? Medicap Home Medical can help you review replacement schedules and explore resupply options. https://ow.ly/f43U50ZIm9Q

09/12/2026

Guess which Medicap Home Medical location this is!
Drop your guess in the comments below! ⬇️ We'll reveal the answer next week.

Address

1801 2nd Avenue
Des Moines, IA
50314

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+15152432886

Website

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