Why did my doctor refer me for a sleep study?

Sleep Apnea Sleep Studies Before Your Sleep Study

Did you receive a call from a sleep center to schedule an in-center or in-home sleep study?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects more than 18 million Americans. Left untreated, sleep apnea can have serious and life-shortening consequences: high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, automobile accidents caused by falling asleep at the wheel, diabetes or depression. An in-home or in-center sleep study can diagnose OSA and many other sleep disorders.

Why did your doctor refer you for a sleep study?

It could be one of these risk factors:

  • You’ve complained of excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Your neck circumference is over 17″ (for men) or 15″ (for women)
  • You’ve complained of waking up with morning headaches, dry mouth or a sore throat
  • Your bed partner has observed that you gasp for air in the night
  • You wake up frequently in the night to urinate
  • Your body mass index (BMI) is over 30

What’s next?

Contact your sleep center so they can help. They will review the scheduling process with you, find a convenient date and location, and find out what your health insurance covers. 

Request a sleep study

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Julia Rodriguez

Julia Rodriguez

Julia joined Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, Inc. in 2011 with a background in sales, marketing and customer service. She is currently the vice president of marketing and operations and enjoys the opportunity to educate and interact with those looking to improve their health through better sleep.

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