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Whether you need insights on the Fischer Iontophoresis Device, guidance on our catheters, or information on return policies and warranties, you’re in the right place!
Is there a Money Back Guarantee?
Absolutely, The Fischer comes with a 4-Year Warranty for your peace of mind. This warranty specifically covers any defects that arise from manufacturing issues. While it doesn't extend to the usual wear and tear that any device may experience over its lifetime, you can rest assured that we've got you covered for any manufacturing-related concerns.

Not included are:
-Shipping
-Underarm attachments (if bag has been opened)

Once we receive your device, it is subject to inspection. Please allow 10-15 business days for us to process your return and issue a refund of any patient responsibility.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please call us at (800)525-3467 or email us at info@rafischer.com to obtain Return Authorization before shipping the device back to us. If you do not call us before you ship your device back to us, it may take longer to process your return and delay your refund.

Iontophoresis is 98% successful for hyperhidrosis patients. However, if iontophoresis doesn’t work for you, we’re a family-owned business, so we treat every patient like a part of our Happy-Hidrosis family and make returns hassle-free. With our U.S.-based support team, navigating repairs is as hassle-free as it gets.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Where can I return supplies to?
RA Fischer Co.
5400 Atlantis Ct.
Moorpark, CA 93021
Is there a warranty with The Fischer?
Absolutely, The Fischer comes with a 4-Year Warranty for your peace of mind. This warranty specifically covers any defects that arise from manufacturing issues. While it doesn't extend to the usual wear and tear that any device may experience over its lifetime, you can rest assured that we've got you covered for any manufacturing-related concerns.

And with our U.S.-based support team, navigating repairs is as hassle-free as it gets.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
How do I use the Fischer iontophoresis device?
You can view our guide "Getting Started with the Fischer" here.

We also have helpful videos on the RA Fischer Youtube channel.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!

(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Is there a warranty with The Fischer?
Absolutely, The Fischer comes with a 4-Year Warranty for your peace of mind. This warranty specifically covers any defects that arise from manufacturing issues. While it doesn't extend to the usual wear and tear that any device may experience over its lifetime, you can rest assured that we've got you covered for any manufacturing-related concerns.

And with our U.S.-based support team, navigating repairs is as hassle-free as it gets.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
Do you repair the iontophoresis devices?
The Fischer Tap Water Iontophoresis (TWI) Device comes backed by a 4-Year Warranty and a 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee. Some patients have been using the same device for 30-years! Our legacy iontophoresis machines – the MD-1 and MD-2 – are backed by a 2-Year Warranty.

Not seeing the same results? Main unit not turning on? Getting a weird ‘error’ message? You can also check out some of our Troubleshooting Videos on YouTube.

But, if you can’t find the help you’re looking for, you can always contact our Treatment Specialists.

(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Do you provide in-home support?
While we don't offer in-home support for iontophoresis devices and catheters, we are committed to supporting you in every step of your journey.

We provide virtual consultations with our knowledgeable Treatment Specialists to assist with your concerns and questions.

Additionally, we send out sample packs nationwide, allowing you to try our products and find the best fit for your needs, all from the comfort of your home. Our goal is to ensure you feel confident and supported while using our products.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!

(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Are there troubleshooting videos for the MD iontophoresis units?
Yes, please refer to our YouTube channel for MD1 & MD2 iontophoresis device troublehsooting support.
Do you still carry electrolysis supplies?
The electrolysis supplies for AR Hinkel/RA Fischer electrolysis machines can be found at on ARHinkel.com
Are there any contraindications for iontophoresis?
Consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about your hyperhidrosis. When it comes to iontophoresis, here are some things to know:

If the mineral content of the tap water is low, current flow is reduced, and the desired amperage (10 to 18 milliamps) may not be achieved. A teaspoonful of baking soda added and dissolved in each tray should remedy the problem.

Patients need treatments every 2 to 3 days for 5 to 10 sessions before an effect is observed. Once euhidrosis is achieved the interval between treatments may be stretched out. Some patients need only treat themselves once every 2 to 4 weeks.

Avoid treating patients who are pregnant, have pacemakers or implants, cardiac conditions, electrical sensitivity, or epilepsy.

Do not treat a patient with a metal orthopedic pin, screw or rod. The current may be localized at the metal causing pain.

Not recommended for patients under the age of 6-years-old. Some patients experience irritation along the water line following treatment. Simple 1% hydrocortisone cream is usually sufficient to relieve this.

Not seeing the same results? Main unit not turning on? Getting a weird ‘error’ message?
You can view our guide "Getting Started with the Fischer" here. We also have helpful videos on the RA Fischer Youtube channel.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Are there any side-effects to iontophoresis?
Do not use this device on patients with cardiac demand pacemakers, electrically sensitive support systems or implants of any kind.

Do not use this device on cancer patients or patients who are electrically sensitive.

Avoid treatment in areas where sensation is absent or impaired, and do not apply current over damaged or denuded skin or over skin eruptions of any kind.

Possible side effects, or results of overtreatment with Galvanic current include erythema (skin redness), transient vesicles, or bulla (blisters). Discontinue treatment and seek medical aid.

Skin irritation or burns at the areas of electrode contact have been reported with the use of electrical stimulators.

Read some of our reviews to learn from real-life patients’ experiences using our Fischer iontophoresis device.

You can view our guide "Getting Started with the Fischer" here. We also have helpful videos on the RA Fischer Youtube channel.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
Any other warnings with The Fischer?
Do not use this device on patients with cardiac demand pacemakers, electrically sensitive support systems or implants of any kind.

Do not use this device on cancer patients or patients who are electrically sensitive.

Avoid treatment in areas where sensation is absent or impaired, and do not apply current over damaged or denuded skin or over skin eruptions of any kind.

Possible side effects, or results of overtreatment with Galvanic current include erythema (skin redness), transient vesicles, or bulla (blisters). Discontinue treatment and seek medical aid.

Skin irritation or burns at the areas of electrode contact have been reported with the use of electrical stimulators.

Read some of our reviews to learn from real-life patients’ experiences using our Fischer iontophoresis device.

You can view our guide "Getting Started with the Fischer" here. We also have helpful videos on the RA Fischer Youtube channel.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
What precautions should I take when using The Fischer?
For electrical safety, prevent contact between the patient and any metal objects or fixtures during treatment. Avoid personal contact with the electrodes while adjusting panel controls. Never operate or place the unit where it may become wet or immersed.

Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the application of electrical current. Irritation can usually be reduced by alternate electrode placement or use of lower current levels.

Upon evidence of any malfunction, or if there is any sign or electrode or cord deterioration, discontinue.

Read some of our reviews to learn from real-life patients’ experiences using our Fischer iontophoresis device.

You can view our guide "Getting Started with the Fischer" here. We also have helpful videos on the RA Fischer Youtube channel.

As always, you can contact your Treatment Specialist at any time!
(800)525-3467 | info@rafischer.com
How long is The Fischer covered?
RA Fischer Company, (hereafter, “the Company”), Simi Valley, California, warrants to the original purchaser of The Fischer Tap Water Iontophoresis Device that such equipment will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of four (4) years from date of purchase. Legacy MD-1 and MD-2 iontophoresis machines will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, excluding accessories or electrode cords which are warranted for a period of ninety (90) days only. The Company’s obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing, at the Company’s option, such products or components necessary to restore said device to proper operating condition. Shipping costs to and from the factory shall be assumed by the purchaser. This warranty does not apply to any equipment which has been tampered with or altered in any way, which has been improperly installed or which has been subject to misuse, neglect, or accident. The responsibility for the failure of any RA Fischer Company product or component thereof which at the discretion of the Company shall have resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication, shall be assumed by the customer,and RA Fischer Company, shall assume no liability as a consequence of such events under the terms of this warranty.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY MALFUNCTION, DEFECT OR OTHERWISE, ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF R.A. FISCHER COMPANY AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED BOTH FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Do you have a Privacy Policy?
THIS POLICY DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY. Our goal is to take appropriate steps to attempt to safeguard any medical or other personal information that is provided to us. The Privacy Rule under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) requires us to : (i) maintain the privacy of medical information provided to us; (ii) provide notice of our legal duties and privacy practices; and (iii) abide by the terms of our Privacy Policy currently in effect. Who will follow this Privacy Policy This policy describes the practices of our Treatment Specialists and staff. This policy applies to each of these individuals, entities, site and locations. In addition, these individuals, entities, sites and locations may share medical information with each other for treatment, payment and health care operation purposes described in this policy.
What information do you collect?
In the ordinary course of receiving treatment and health care services from us, you will be providing us with personal information such as: Your name, address and phone number Information relating to your/your child’s medical history. Your insurance information and coverage. Information concerning your doctor, nurse or other medial providers. Birth dates and social security numbers for insurance purposes. In addition, we will gather certain medical information about you and will create a record of the care provided to you. Other individuals or organizations that are part of your “circle of care” – such as the referring physicians, your other doctors, your health plan, and close friends or family members also may provide some information to us.
How is my information used or disclosed?
We may use and disclose personal and identifiable health information about you for a variety of purposes. All of the types of uses and disclosures of information are described below, but not every use or disclosure in a category is listed. Required Disclosures. We are required to disclose health information about you to the Secretary of Health and Human Services, upon request, to determine our compliance with HIPAA and to you, in accordance with your right to access and right to receive an accounting of disclosures, as described below. For Treatment. We may use health information about you in your treatment. For example, we may use your medical history, such as any chart notes, to file insurance claims on your behalf. For Payment. We may use and disclose health information about you to bill for our services and to collect payment from you or your insurance company. For example, we may need to give a payer information about your current medical condition so that it will pay us for the iontophoresis device we have furnished you. We may also need to inform your payer of the treatment you are going to receive in order to obtain prior approval or to determine whether the service is covered. For Health Care Operations. We may use and disclose information about you for the general operation of our business. For example, we sometimes arrange for auditors or other consultants to review our practices, evaluate our operations, and tell us how to improve our services. Or, for example, we may use and disclose your health information to review the quality of services provided to you. Public Policy Uses and Disclosures. There are a number of public policy reasons why we may disclose information about you, which are described below. We may disclose health information about your when we are required to do so by federal, state, or local law. We may disclose protected health information about you in connection with certain public health reporting activities. We may disclose protected health information about you in connection with certain public health reporting activities. For instance, we may disclose such information to a public health authority authorized to collect or receive PHI for the purpose of preventing or controlling disease, injury or disability, or at the direction of a public health authority, to an official of a foreign government agency that is acting in collaboration with a public health authority. Public health authorities include state health departments, the Center for Disease Control, the Food and Drug Administration, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, to name a few. We are also permitted to disclose protected health information to a public health authority or other government authority authorized by law to receive reports of child abuse or neglect. Additionally we may disclose protected health information to a person subject to the Food and Drug Administration’s power for the following activities: to report adverse events, product defects or problems or biological product deviations; to track products; to enable product recalls, repairs or replacements; or to conduct post marketing surveillance. We may also disclose a patient’s health information to a person who may have been exposed to a communicable disease or to an employer to conduct and evaluation relating to medical surveillance of the workplace or to evaluate whether an individual has a work-related illness or injury. We may disclose a patient’s health information where we reasonably believe a patient is a victim of abuse, neglect or domestic violence and the patient authorizes the disclosure or it is required by law. We may disclose health information about you in connection with certain health oversight activities of licensing and other health oversight agencies, which are authorized by law. Health oversight activities include audit, investigation, inspection, licensure or disciplinary actions, and civil, criminal, or administrative proceedings or actions or any other activity necessary for the oversight of 1) the health care system, 2) governmental benefit programs for which health information is relevant to determining beneficiary eligibility, 3) entities subject to governmental regulatory programs for which health information is necessary for determining compliance with program standards, or 4) entities subject to civil rights laws for which health information is necessary for determining compliance. We may disclose your health information as required by law, including in response to a warrant, subpoena, or other order of a court or administrative hearing body or to assist law enforcement identify or locate a suspect, fugitive, material witness or missing person. Disclosures for law enforcement purposes also permit use to make disclosures about victims of crimes and the death of an individual, among others. We may release a patient’s health information (1) to a coroner or medical examiner to identify a deceased person or determine the cause of death and (2) to funeral directors. We also may release your health information to organ procurement organizations, transplant centers, and eye or tissue banks, if you are an organ donor. We may release your health information to workers’ compensation or similar programs, which provide benefits for work-related injuries or illnesses without regard to fault. Health Information about you also may be disclosed when necessary to prevent a serious threat to your health and safety or the health and safety of others. We may use or disclose certain health information about your condition and treatment for research purposes where an Institutional Review Board or a similar body referred to as Privacy Board determines that your privacy interests will be adequately protected in the study. We may also use and disclose your health information to prepare or analyze a research protocol and for other research purposes. If you are a member of the Armed Forces, we may release health information about you for activities deemed necessary by military command authorities. We also may release health information about foreign military personnel to their appropriate foreign military authority. We may disclose your protected health information for legal or administrative proceedings that involve you. We may release such information upon order of a court or administrative tribunal. We may also release protected health information in the absence of such an order and in response to a discovery or other lawful request, if efforts have been made to notify you or secure a protective order. If you are an inmate, we may release protected health information about you to a correctional institution where your are incarcerated or to law enforcement officials in certain situations such as where the information is necessary for your treatment, health or safety, or the health or safety of others. Finally, we may disclose protected health information for national security and intelligence activities and for the provision of protective services to the President of the United States and other officials or foreign heads of state. Our Business Associates. We sometimes work with outside individuals and businesses that help us operate our business successfully. We may disclose your health information to these business associates so that they can perform the tasks that we hire them to do. Our business associates must promise that they will respect the confidentiality of your personal and identifiable health information. Disclosures to Persons Assisting in Your Care/Your child’s Care or Payment for Your Care/Your Child’s Care. We may disclose information to individuals involved in your care/your child’s care or in the payment for your care/your child’s care. This includes people and organizations that are part of your “circle of care” –such as your spouse, your other doctors, or an aide who may be providing services to you. We may also use and disclose health information about a patient for disaster relief efforts and to notify persons responsible for a patient’s care about a patient’s location, general condition or death. Generally, we will obtain your verbal agreement before using or disclosing health information in this way. However, under certain circumstances, such as in an emergency situation, we may make these uses and disclosures without your agreement. We may use and disclose medical information to contact you by phone, or by postcard, as a reminder that you or your child have an appointment or that you or your child should schedule an appointment. Minimum necessary information may be left on answering machines or with a member of your household regarding future appointments.
Any other disclosures?
We are required to obtain written authorization from you for any other uses and disclosures of medical information other than those described above. If you provide us with such permission, you may revoke that permission, in writing, at anytime. If you revoke your permission, we will no longer use or disclose personal information about you for the reasons covered by your written authorization, except to the extent we have already relied on your original permission.
What are my individual rights?
You have the right to ask for restrictions on the ways we use and disclose your health information for treatment, payment and health care operation purposes. You may also request that we limit our disclosures to persons assisting your care/your child’s care or payment for your care/your child’s care. We will consider your request, but we are not required to accept it. You have the right to request that you receive communications containing your protected health information from us by alternative means or at alternative locations. For example, you may ask that we only contact you at home or by mail. Except under certain circumstances, you have the right to inspect and copy medical, billing and other records used to make decisions about you. If you ask for copies of this information, we may charge you a fee for copying and mailing. If you believe that information in your records is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to ask us to correct the existing information or add missing information. Under certain circumstances, we may deny your request, such as when the information is accurate and complete. You have the right to a copy of this policy in paper form. You may ask us for a copy at any time. To exercise any of your rights, please contact us in writing at RA Fischer Co., 5400 Atlantis Ct., Moorpark, CA 93021 When making a request for amendment, you must state a reason for making the request.
What happens if this policy changes?
We reserve the right to make changes to this policy at any time. We reserve the right to make the revised policy effective for personal health information we have about you as well as any information we receive in the future. In the event there is a material change to this policy, the revised policy will be posted. In addition, you may request a copy of the revised policy at any time.
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