Budget deal signed by President includes key health care provisions
As anticipated, on Monday, Nov. 2, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (H.R. 1314) was signed into law by President Barack Obama. As an integral part of the agreement, the deal includes multiple key health provisions.
ASMF accepting applications for Junior Faculty Research Award
Board-certified sleep medicine physicians who are members of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine are encouraged to apply to the American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) for the 2016 American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) Junior Faculty Research Award. Applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. CST on Dec. 21, 2015.
Encourage your colleagues to join the AASM
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine encourages you to help bolster the membership base by encouraging colleagues to become AASM members.
Sleepwalkers feel no pain, remain asleep despite suffering injuries
A new study of sleepwalkers found an intriguing paradox: Although sleepwalkers have an increased risk for headaches and migraines while awake, during sleepwalking episodes they are unlikely to feel pain even while suffering an injury.
Study examines trends in mortality in the U.S.
A study published Oct. 27 in JAMA found an overall decreasing trend in the age-standardized U.S. death rate between 1969 and 2013 for all causes combined, and for diabetes, heart disease, cancer, stroke, unintentional injuries, and diabetes.
Watson discusses new telemedicine position paper with Medscape
A recent Medscape article highlighted the new AASM Position Paper for the Use of Telemedicine for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Sleep Disorders.
U.S. House reaches budget deal with health care implications
Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 266-167 to advance the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (H.R. 1314), which includes key health care provisions.
Audit by OIG finds Florida IDTF not compliant with Medicare sleep study requirements
Recently the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) published findings of an audit conducted on a Florida-based independent diagnostic testing facility (IDTF), which found that the IDTF did not comply with Medicare billing requirements. The AASM encourages all members to review the documentation requirements outlined in your local Medicare coverage determinations (both for sleep testing and DME) to ensure compliance with all requirements.
AASM to participate in NHTSA drowsy driving forum: Watch the live stream
AASM President Dr. Nathaniel Watson and board member Dr. Raman Malhotra will be participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) drowsy driving Forum, “Asleep at the Wheel, A Nation of Drowsy Drivers,” Nov. 4 – 5, 2015.
Public comment announcement: Proposed changes to AASM Standards for Accreditation
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is inviting public comments on proposed changes to the AASM Standards for Accreditation. Please submit your comments by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2015.
Study links low activity and exercise with higher risk of sleep apnea
Low levels of physical activity were associated with moderate-severe obstructive sleep apnea, according to a study in the October issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Sleep apnea is common in cardiovascular surgery patients
A study in the October issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that obstructive sleep apnea is highly prevalent in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery.
Perlis explains sleep restriction therapy to New York magazine
This week the Science of Us blog on nymag.com explored the clinical rationale for using sleep restriction therapy to treat chronic insomnia by talking to AASM member Michael L. Perlis, PhD.
Watson and Winter discuss new sleep duration research with Fox News
Earlier this week American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. Nathaniel Watson and AASM Fellow Dr. Chris Winter appeared on the FOX News program Happening Now to discuss a new study that investigated sleep in three preindustrial societies.
Member profile: Why I support the AASM PAC
Over the last four years, I have been an active supporter of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Political Action Committee (AASM PAC).
Monster sale now through Oct. 31: Take advantage of scary good savings!
Save big with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's Monster-Sized Halloween Sale from Monday, Oct. 26 through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015.
AASM seeks nominees for Board of Directors, Nominating Committee and APSS Program Committee
The AASM invites qualified members to nominate themselves to be considered for positions that will be opening in 2016 on the AASM Board of Directors, AASM Nominating Committee and APSS Program Committee.
AASM updates Scoring Manual Version 2.2 with new option for monitoring respiratory effort during HSAT
The AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events Version 2.2 is being updated to allow an additional option for monitoring respiratory effort during home sleep apnea testing (HSAT).
AASM grant supports sleep and circadian biology datablitz
To help promote sleep and circadian research, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provided an unrestricted educational grant to support the 18th Annual Neuroscience of Sleep and Circadian Biology DataBlitz, which will be held from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago in Regency Ballroom C.
AASM publishes new clinical guideline for treating intrinsic circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders
A new clinical practice guideline published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides clinicians with updated recommendations for the treatment of intrinsic circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders (CRSWDs).
AASM publishes new position paper supporting use of telemedicine by sleep specialists
A new position paper published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in the Oct. 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine supports telemedicine as a means of advancing patient health by improving access to the expertise of board-certified sleep medicine specialists.
AASM congratulates new Fellow members
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is pleased to announce that Douglas M. Wallace, MD, and Aleksandar Videnovic, MD, have earned the designation of AASM Fellow member.
The 2016 membership year has arrived: Renew today
Navigate the future of sleep medicine by retaining your membership with the professional organization that is the leading voice in sleep medicine.
The new A-STEP website has launched!
If you are looking to take the Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) modules, attend the live 80-hour introductory course or become an A-STEP provider - the new website has all the information you need to take the next step.
AASM congratulates Dr. Patrick Strollo, Jr. for new professional appointments
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates past president Dr. Patrick J. Strollo, Jr., who was recently appointed as the Vice Chair for Veterans Affairs in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine, in association with his new position as Chief of Medicine and VP of the Medicine Service Line at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.