Why do physicians refer their patients for sleep studies?
Dr. Stuart Menn is a Palm Springs, CA- based pulmonologist and sleep specialist with over 30 years experience. He explains why it is important for patients to be tested for potential sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and insomnia.
Dr. Albert Katz is a referring physician AND patient. He wanted to know what a sleep study was like before sending his patients to an Advanced Sleep Medicine Services sleep center. Dr. Katz first used a home sleep testing (HST) device and then had an in-center titration study.
Many insurance companies are now requiring authorization for in-center and in-home sleep studies. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale can be a useful tool for determining a patient's likelihood of having a sleep disorder and is recognized by many insurance companies as proof of medical necessity.
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