Sleep Health Resources
Most health plans cover CPAP after a sleep apnea diagnosis, but how they pay varies. Some rent the machine for 10 to 13 months before you own it, and nearly all require proof you…
If you cannot afford CPAP, you have options: a cash-pay home sleep test, manufacturer and nonprofit assistance programs, refurbished machines, and clinic payment plans. You still…
Do you know that it is a serious medical condition? Narcolepsy affects an estimated 1 in 3,000 Americans. And living with the disease is very challenging. You may have heard of…
25-30 percent of children suffer from some form of sleep disturbance such as sleep apnea,narcolepsy, sleepwalking, bed wetting or night terrors. 2-3 percent of children have…
All PAP machines (CPAP, bi-level or BiPAP, APAPs, etc.) use a filter to clean the ambient air (fancy way of saying regular room air) before it is blown through the tubing and…
Sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes are bidirectionally linked. Why untreated OSA increases insulin resistance and how CPAP affects glucose control.
The National Sleep Foundation is celebrating its annual Sleep Awareness Week© March 6th through March 13th, to raise awareness of the health benefits of sleep and its importance…
Untreated sleep apnea is linked to hypertension, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke. Cardiovascular risks and how CPAP changes them.
Were you recently diagnosed with sleep apnea or have a family member who just started using a CPAP device? You're not alone. In addition to an estimated 20 million Americans who…
You’ve probably heard about the physical side effects of sleep apnea, like high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes. But obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)can take as big a…
Out-of-network services: a nasty surprise ($150 vs $1,200) A study from the Kaiser Family Foundation of Americans who had trouble paying their medical bills found that 32%…
Medicare and commercial insurance CPAP adherence rules explained: the 4-hour / 70-percent threshold, what counts, and what happens if you fall short.
Cost of Missed Appointments At Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, like most healthcare providers, we go through a lot of work (data entry,insurance verification, scheduling,…
Sleep disorders, such as snoring and apnea, are more than just a nuisance - they can be related to many health risks. This is why effective and timely treatment is vital.…
Sleep apnea has been dubbed “a silent killer”: a sleep disorder that is often overlooked or unrecognized, it incurs increased risk ofroad accidents due to drowsiness,fatal heart…
Until now, research has suggested that sleeping with your pets is disruptive and should be avoided. A new study released December 2015 finds that sleeping with your pet may help…
The Affordable Care Act (also known as ObamaCare) rolled out in 2014. Since then, we've seen changes in how healthcare is administered by many insurance companies. Here's an…
A recent segment on NPR’s All Things Considered came on and caught my interest when I heard the terms “sleep quality” and “sleep deprivation”. I was even more interested when I…
Age and sleep are closely related, and many people will notice a significant decline in the quality of sleep as they grow older. According the Division of Sleep Medicine at…
Is CPAP a lifetime commitment? Alternatives to CPAP, when patients can stop, and what newer treatments may change long-term sleep apnea care.
Sleep apnea can occur in any demographic, but this condition, in which sufferers involuntarily cease to breathe is particularly prevalent among professional football players. Did…
Are you nervous about your upcoming sleep study appointment or worried that you won't be able to sleep with all of those wires or in unfamiliar surroundings? We will make you as…
It's true that different people need different amounts of sleep. Some people can get by on 7 or even 6 hours per night; others need 9 or 10 to feel optimal. Sometimes, the…
Sleep deprivation--a consistent shortage of sleep--is a serious problem in the United States. A Gallup poll taken in 20131found that 40% of Americans get less than seven hours of…
1. Men get less sleep than than women. Men get less and lower-quality sleep than women according to objective data. They experience lighter sleep, characterized by less time…
The overworked, high-powered employee is a recurring archetype in American culture. The most glorified careers in our society--doctors, lawyers, and investment bankers--are…
Sleep apnea is a serious issue. If you don't think so already, this should convince you: an 18-year study found that people with sleep apnea were 3 times more likely to die…
The start of another school year is just around the corner! Transitioning from the freedom of the summer to a rigid school year schedule can be tough, especially when it comes to…
Do you watch TV before going to bed? Odds are, you do. According to the 2011Sleep in America poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation1, 95% of people use an electronic…
Step 1 in your new beauty routine: hit the sack earlier the night before! Research has proven that a good night's sleep makes you look healthier, happier, and--yes--more…
Amanda Peterson, star of the 80s classic Can't Buy Me Love, passed away earlier this month. The actress began her career in 1982 with her role as an orphan in "Annie" and a few…
It's normal to snore occasionally – perhaps when you are suffering from a cold or after you’ve had a few drinks at a party before going to sleep. But what if you, like millions…
If you're reading this blog, odds are, you're looking for more information about sleep and sleep disorders. That's good news for you, because the goal of this blog post is to…
In a country where a full 1/5 of adults do not get enough sleep, being tired sounds like the norm! In our last post, we talked about the dangers of sleep deprivation. But what if…
Americans have more incentive to stay up all night that ever before. With social media to browse, email to check, Netflix to binge-watch and chat rooms for every subject, many…
Everyone knows that the colors we're surrounded by can affect our moods. Rooms with lots of soft yellow are often perceived as warm and welcoming, for example, while gray rooms…
