Sleep Health Resources
The Science and Symptoms of Narcolepsy If you’ve ever pulled an all-nighter, you probably know what it feels like to have an overwhelming, almost compulsive desire to sleep the…
Have you ever woken up to water in your mask? Ever noticed a lot of condensation in your tubing? Has water in your hose ever stopped you from using your CPAP? This is known as…
What is a CPAP Water Chamber? The water chamber is the removable container that holds the water in your humidifier (see the clear plastic tub on the left below). Using a…
Most CPAP machines now include a fully-integrated (top image is the newest ResMed CPAP with a built-in humidifier) or easily-attached humidifier (second image is an earlier…
CPAP shouldn't slow you down when you travel. It's crucial to use CPAP every night, even when you're away from home. In the second post in our series about the top challenges of…
CPAP is the most effective treatment for sleep apnea and must be used every night, including while on vacation, camping or travelling for business. This presents an extra…
A good night’s sleep is important for maintaining good health throughout your entire life. Consistently waking up feeling rested and refreshed can impact everything from your…
Tonsillectomy for pediatric sleep apnea: when surgery is recommended, success rates, alternatives, and what to expect during recovery.
Reading to children has been shown increase their vocabulary and is linked with academic success, creativity and increased bonding between parents and children. Reading before…
CPAP supply coverage denied for non-compliance? Steps to restore adherence, document medical necessity, and re-qualify for insurance-covered supplies.
Why insurance denies CPAP supply claims: replacement schedules, adherence rules, prior authorization, and in-network DME requirements explained.
With over 20 million Americans suffering from sleep apnea, it's no wonder that ResMed, a leading manufacturer of CPAP machines and masks, has developed another series of CPAP…
Depending on where you live, you may notice major differences in how you sleep during the summer versus the winter. What causes these differences and what can you do about it to…
This time of year is known for its mouth-watering main courses, delectable sweets, and generous portions. With Thanksgiving behind us and the Christmas season in full swing, the…
Did you know that if you don't use all of your health insurance benefits this year, you lose them forever? You may have met your deductible for 2016 already. If so, you can take…
What makes a CPAP machine "smart"? Cloud connectivity, auto-adjusting pressure, adherence tracking, and which features actually help therapy.
Does a glass of wine (or beer) before bed help you sleep better at night?Just because a drink before bed can make it easier for you tofallasleep doesn’t mean that it actually…
Sleep apnea affects approximately 20 million Americans—nearly one out of every 16 people—and estimates show that sleep disorders affect over 40 million people in the United…
Video gaming is something of a national pastime among teenagers in the United States. One survey found that nearly 75% of teenage boys participate in some form of gaming^1. With…
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) manifests itself in many ways. The symptoms of PTSD aren't limited to distressing memories and emotional trauma. In fact, a large body of…
If you recently had or ordered a sleep study to test for sleep apnea, the question foremost in your mind is probably what your results have to say about your sleep health or the…
Sleep studies are performed to rule out or diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy. A sleep study can take place in a sleep center or in a patient's home…
When does insurance cover BiPAP instead of CPAP? Medical necessity criteria, the failure-of-CPAP requirement, and what documentation is needed.
Pediatric sleep apnea: when CPAP is needed for kids, how tonsil and adenoid surgery fits in, and what parents should know about therapy options.
When does insurance cover CPAP? AHI thresholds for Medicare and commercial plans, what severity qualifies, and how documented symptoms affect coverage.
The graveyard shift is the overnight work period, usually around midnight to 8 a.m. The name dates to the 1800s and reflects how quiet, dark, and isolated late-night work felt,…
Picture the typical person with sleep apnea. Odds are, you just thought of a man. But studies show thatalmost one in two sleep apnea patients is a woman. How likely are women to…
This is the second post in a two-part series about women and sleep apnea. Our first post, Why Women with Sleep Apnea are Overlooked, investigates the differences in how women…
This is the first post in a two-part series about women and sleep apnea. The second post, The Health Hazards of Sleep Apnea in Women, looks at the causes and effects of sleep…
The California Sleep Society will hold its 9th annual educational symposium September 30 to October 1, 2016 in Anaheim, CA. As corporate members of this organization, we will be…
In 2013, 17.8% of American adults reported smoking cigarettes, down from 20.9% in 2005 and 42.4% in 1956 (when the U.S. government first started keeping such records). That's…
The nail industry grew to $7.47 billion in 2012. In California alone, there were almost 8,000 nail salons. Many of the patients we schedule for in-center and in-home sleep…
Why does coffee help us start the day? Caffeine is a tricky substance. To our brains, caffeine looks like adenosine, a compound consisting of adenine (one of the four building…
What are the different types of sleep centers that offer diagnostic testing for sleep disorders and what are the benefits of each? What is an IDTF? AnIDTFis a diagnostic testing…
Busy professionals experience many pressures that impede their ability to obtain optimal amounts of sleep. Working according to shift patterns, working across different time…
A study published this month in the New England Journal of Medicine tested the effects of CPAP therapy on heart disease. Positive Airway Pressure devices, called PAP, deliver…
