FDA clears HoneyNaps Somnum v3.0 sleep analysis software
On July 16, HoneyNaps announced that Somnum v3.0, its artificial intelligence-based software for polysomnography analysis, received U.S. Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance under clearance number K253390. The FDA clearance expands the software's capabilities for automated analysis of [...]
State of Sleep Medicine Report | 2026, Q2
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep [...]
AASM condemns House passage of Sunshine Protection Act
DARIEN, IL — Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139) with a vote of 308 to 117. The legislation was first advanced through the House Energy and Commerce Committee as part of [...]
AASM announces inclusion of new unattended sleep testing CPT codes in CMS proposed rule
DARIEN, IL — New Current Procedural Terminology codes for unattended sleep testing have been included by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in the Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule, which CMS posted online yesterday. The updated [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 11, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. House bill proposes permanent standard time Reps. Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA) and Pat Harrigan [...]
AASM Obesity Management Strategy Summit summary now available
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has released Advancing Healthy Weight Management in Sleep Medicine: Findings and Recommendations from the AASM Obesity Management Strategy Summit, a new report outlining opportunities for sleep medicine clinicians and practices to engage [...]
AASM celebrates introduction of the Sunshine for Our Kids Act to establish permanent standard time
DARIEN, IL — The American Academy of Sleep Medicine applauds today’s introduction in the U.S. House of Representatives of the Sunshine for Our Kids Act, legislation that would establish permanent standard time nationwide and help protect the health, safety, and [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 4, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Presidential remarks at membership meeting During the annual membership meeting, Dr. Anita Shelgikar [...]
Remarks by new AASM President Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg
Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, MD, became the president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors on Monday, June 15, during the AASM annual membership meeting, which took place in Baltimore as part of the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting [...]
Remarks by AASM Past President Dr. Anita Shelgikar
Anita V. Shelgikar, MD, MHPE, completed her term as president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors on Monday, June 15, during the AASM annual membership meeting, which took place in Baltimore as part of the [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 27, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Medicare physician payment debate Physician payment remains a key policy issue, as Medicare rates [...]
Medicare physician payment debate: What sleep physicians need to know, what the AASM is doing, and what you can do
Recent physician payment debate in Congress Over the past several years, physician payment has remained one of the most urgent health policy issues before Congress. For sleep physicians, Medicare payment policy directly affects practice stability, access to care, [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 20, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. SLEEP 2026 blazes into Baltimore This year’s SLEEP annual meeting of the Associated [...]
AASM recognizes nine sleep facilities for reaching 40-year accreditation milestone
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently recognized nine sleep centers for maintaining AASM accreditation for 40 continuous years, reflecting their long-standing dedication to providing high-quality care for people with sleep problems. The AASM honored these programs during [...]
AASM submits comments on CMS interoperability and prior authorization proposed rule
On April 14, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published the Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs Proposed Rule, representing a significant step toward modernizing prior authorization processes and expanding interoperability across the healthcare system. [...]
Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg installed as president of American Academy of Sleep Medicine
BALTIMORE – Today, Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg became president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine board of directors. She assumed the role during SLEEP 2026, the 40th annual meeting of the nation’s leading sleep medicine professionals and sleep [...]
Talking Sleep | Insomnia Combination Treatment: New AASM Guidelines
Season 8 | Episode 10 In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Daniel Buysse and Dr. Todd Arnedt, both members of the AASM clinical practice guideline committee, to discuss the newly released guidelines [...]
AASM advances sleep medicine policy at 2026 AMA annual meeting
AASM delegates represented the AASM at last week’s annual American Medical Association (AMA) meeting. Members participated in caucus meetings, including the Specialty and Service Society, the largest caucus in the AMA, reference committees, and the House of Delegates [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 13, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. SLEEP courses start today in Baltimore Rise and shine, Baltimore! On-site registration begins [...]
Talking Sleep | OSA and Parkinson’s Risk: Can CPAP Change Outcomes?
Season 8 | Episode 9 In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Lee Neilson, Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Iowa and staff neurologist at the Iowa City VA specializing in [...]
AASM analysis of the federal IDR operations final rule
On May 28, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in coordination with the Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services (HHS), released a final rule implementing additional operational policies under the No Surprises [...]
Industry press releases preview innovations at SLEEP 2026
Attendees at SLEEP 2026 in Baltimore can connect with industry representatives in the exhibit hall, where companies will showcase the latest products, technologies, and services shaping sleep medicine. The exhibit hall offers an opportunity to explore new solutions, [...]
Case Study of the Month – June 2026
The AASM Case Study of the Month for June is about a 14-year-old girl with persistent insomnia and worsening daytime sleepiness continues to decline despite aggressive treatment and a background of major depression. What initially appears to be [...]
13th annual Insomnia Awareness Night brings attention to chronic insomnia implications, treatment
DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine have partnered for the 13th annual Insomnia Awareness Night on Monday, June 22. The initiative aims to bring awareness to chronic insomnia [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 6, 2026
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. AASM congratulates elected leaders The AASM thanks all members who submitted a ballot [...]