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What Is An AED?
An AED is an Automated External Defibrillator, a portable medical device that analyzes the heart’s rhythm and delivers an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat in cases of sudden cardiac arrest.
This device works as a life-saving tool, designed to be used by individuals with minimal medical training in emergency situations. It operates by providing step-by-step instructions and guidance on how to place the electrode pads on the patient’s chest and then analyzing the heart rhythm. If it detects a shockable rhythm, it automatically delivers a controlled electric shock to the heart, aiming to reset the electrical activity and allow the heart to resume its normal beating pattern.
The AED also monitors the patient’s heart rhythm continuously, providing prompts and feedback to guide the rescuer until professional medical help arrives.
Why do I need an AED machine for my location?
Approximately 350,000 Americans experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) each year, a life-threatening condition that can be fatal if not treated within minutes. Traditional first aid methods, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), alone are insufficient when dealing with SCA—a condition caused by a sudden disruption in the heart’s electrical activity, typically leading to a dangerous rhythm known as ventricular fibrillation (VF). Without prompt intervention using an automated external defibrillator (AED), survival chances decrease dramatically, approximately by 10% with each passing minute.
Nearly 1,000 people in the United States die from sudden cardiac arrest every day. SCA does not discriminate—it can strike anyone regardless of age, gender, or overall health, including young athletes and otherwise healthy individuals.
Given its unpredictable nature, an AED is highly recommended for any facility with high foot traffic, as well as for individuals who are at increased risk of cardiovascular complications.
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How Much Is an AED Machine?
If you’re considering purchasing an AED, the cost typically ranges from $1,400 to over $2,500. The exact price depends on the specific model, features, and included accessories.
How Much Do AEDs Cost?
AED pricing varies based on several factors, such as the sophistication of the device, available features, and additional accessories. Standard AED models typically start around $1,400, while premium models with advanced functionality can exceed $2,500.
Some advanced AEDs offer enhanced features, including:
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Wireless Connectivity: Allows real-time monitoring and remote alerts during an emergency, improving response times and patient outcomes.
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ECG Monitoring Capabilities: Provides detailed insights into heart function, helping rescuers deliver more informed emergency care.
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Long-lasting Batteries: Ensures your AED remains operational for extended periods, providing reliability and peace of mind in emergency situations.
Choosing the right AED involves balancing essential features with your budget and the specific needs of your environment. Our experts can help guide you through this process to ensure you make an informed choice.
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Let’s run through an example to fully illustrate the cost of purchasing and maintaining an AED over the course of four years.
New AED device: $1,799
Backup Adult Electrode Pads: $50-200
Backup Infant/Child Electrode Pads: $75-230
AED Trainers: $400-600
AED Cabinets, Signs and Wall Stickers: $5-250+
Recurring AED Maintenance Costs
AED Electrode Pads: (Replaced every 2-4 years)
AED Batteries: (replaced every 4 years)
The best way to purchase an AED is online or by contacting your nearest sales representative. Our online AED store offers several different models to fit a variety of needs and accommodations. Our customer service team is fully trained and equipped to help customers or businesses of any size select the right AED.
Before you buy an AED, it would be smart for you to know the laws and requirements that your country, state, county, and city require.. Schools, the Post Office, commercial stores, local Fire & Rescue Departments, train stations, YMCA, gym & athletics facilities, daycare facilities, church buildings, warehouses, factories, medical treatment centers, healthcare facilities, and hospitals should all have access to an AED in case of an emergency.
The upkeep cost of an AED is minimal compared to the initial cost of the device. AED maintenance costs to consider are the batteries, adult and child pads, and other supplies that may come with the device. The average upkeep cost is around $75 annually per device.
Certain states require you to buy extra supplies and materials in addition to your AED units such as a first aid kit and other medical supplies including CPR manikins for hands-on training.
Purchasing a defibrillator for at-home use is easy and as simple as making any other online purchase. There are a handful of factors to consider when purchasing an AED for home or personal use.
A popular choice for home use is the Philips HeartStart Home AED. It is the only FDA-Approved, over-the-counter defibrillator on the market.
Read our article about the best home AEDs on the market.
Some features add additional costs to an AED model. This can include accessories as if the device is fully or semi-automatic, or if it has a shock button. Some other advanced features include having a screen or monitor if the device is rescue ready, and how long the battery lasts.
AED Brands is the only national distributor of Automated External Defibrillators to have an A+ Rating with the BBB, a 4.9-star customer review on Google, and decades of experience tailored around supplying customers with what they need and steering them away from what they don’t.
We’re not in it for the upsell. Instead, we’ve built an organization around tailoring AED programs to fit the needs of small churches, businesses, homeowners, sprawling university campuses and everywhere in between.
It is unlikely for your insurance to cover the cost of an AED device but it depends on what insurance policy and coverage you have and if you have a serious medical condition and the severity of your condition. Even though you can not use your insurance, there may be grants that you can apply for if your organization or company is eligible that may help you pay for your AED. Check with your insurance company to see your eligibility and if it may be covered. Sometimes you can even use an HSA card or FSA account to buy your AED. If you have an AED, it doesn’t mean that they will raise your insurance cost.
If making a large purchase online is not something you prefer, give our no-wait sales team a call and we would be happy to assist you. They will ask simple questions such as where you are located, how many people your venue holds and if you are tax-exempt.
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The information posted on our website is not intended as legal advice and may contain inaccurate or incomplete information. We encourage you to contact your state representative should you require more information.
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