Author: Kermit Newman

  • Recall of Certain Philips PAP Devices

    Philips Respironics has issued a recall for certain PAP devices including DreamStation PAP devices manufactured before April 26, 2021.  The newer DreamStation 2 is not affected. The recall relates to the type of foam used to reduce the noise made by the devices. Over time, the foam inside the machine may degrade into particles. These … Read More »

  • Leading the Way on Patient Safety During COVID-19

    How can sleep centers help improve patient safety during the current crisis? Jonathan Sherrill has answers. Jonathan, who is the General Manager and Technical Director for Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, presented on patient safety during the COVID-19 pandemic at the California Sleep Society’s COVID-19 Town Hall Webinar May 29, 2020. We’re fortunate to have Jonathan … Read More »

  • Medicare Has Changed the Rules for Sleep Centers – We’re Ready!

    Medicare has issued new rules for sleep centers in California, Nevada and Hawaii requiring accreditation by a national accrediting body effective June 5, 2017. The new rules, announced only last month, dramatically change the landscape for sleep centers. Many sleep centers are not accredited or may not meet the accreditation standards, and for new applicants the accreditation … Read More »