Case Study of the Month – September 2024
The AASM Case Study of the Month for September is about a 12-year-old female with Prader-Willi syndrome presenting with complaints of excessive daytime sleepiness. This patient has a history of severe scoliosis status post posterior spinal fusion, resulting in [...]
AASM responds to CMS 2025 physician fee schedule and Quality Payment Program proposed rule
On July 8, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) filed the 2025 Medicare physician fee schedule and Quality Payment Program proposed rule, which includes potential revisions to payment policies under the physician fee schedule, quality payment program [...]
ICD-10 includes new codes for problems related to sleep
In 2023, new ICD-10 codes were introduced to better capture the distinctions of sleep-related issues, reflecting growing awareness of their impact on health. ICD-10 “Z” codes are diagnostic codes in the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), used [...]
Apple Watch Series 10 features sleep apnea notifications
On Sept. 9, 2024, Apple unveiled Apple Watch Series 10, a smartwatch featuring new obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) notifications. About Apple Watch Series 10 Apple Watch Series 10 offers advanced capabilities, a thinner profile and larger display [...]
AASM Facility membership upgraded to Network membership in 2025
We're pleased to share with you an exciting update to AASM Facility membership, which will have a new name and enhanced benefits for the 2025 membership year. These changes align with the new service-based model of accreditation and provide [...]
FDA clears Sleep Rx mat for OSA diagnosis
On Sept. 9, 2024, Withings announced that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Sleep Rx mat, a contactless device for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). About Sleep Rx Sleep Rx is an under-the-mattress device intended to aid [...]
Restless legs lead to restless nights: More than one in 10 Americans report having an RLS diagnosis
Sufficient sleep is crucial for overall health, safety and well-being, and it is one of the three pillars of a healthy lifestyle, along with proper nutrition and regular exercise. However, individuals with restless legs syndrome may experience poor sleep, [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – September 7, 2024
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. FDA clears OxiWear ear pulse oximeter OxiWear announced it has received FDA clearance for [...]
AASM sunsets Sleep CDR
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has reached the challenging decision to sunset the Sleep CDR registry effective September 30, 2024, as the functionality has not met the needs of our members, as intended. All active users have [...]
Sleep helps students excel beyond the classroom
While back-to-school season signals the end of summer, it also ushers in the endless possibilities of a new academic year. For students at every grade level, prioritizing sleep is essential to succeed physically, emotionally, athletically and academically. According to [...]
AASM seeks nominees for 2025 awards
The AASM Awards Advisory Panel and AASM Foundation are now accepting nominations for the 2025 AASM awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine. AASM members are invited to submit applications nominating individuals who embody the [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 31, 2024
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. Award nominations open Tuesday, Sept. 3 It’s awards season at the AASM and AASM [...]
CMS publishes FAQs for code G2211
On Aug. 26, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a list of frequently asked questions related to the office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) visit complexity add-on code HCPCS G2211. CMS updated the guidance concerning [...]
Talking Sleep | AI SWOT Analysis
Season 6 | Episode 17 DR. MARGARITA OKS AND MATT ANASTASI, GUESTS AI is popping up everywhere — when we open a PDF, use an AI scribe, or look something up with Chat GPT. We all interface with [...]
FDA clears OxiWear ear pulse oximeter
On Aug. 28, 2024, OxiWear announced it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its oxygen data collection device, an ear pulse oximeter designed for continuous, real-time measurement of blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate. About the OxiWear System [...]
Questions about Philips Respironics sleep and respiratory product portfolio changes
In March 2024, the AASM hosted a webinar featuring an interactive panel discussion addressing uncertainties stemming from the announcement by Philips Respironics that it is discontinuing various sleep and respiratory care devices in the U.S. The discussion also addressed the [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 24, 2024
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 announces 2025 accreditation fees To assist accredited sleep programs in budgeting for [...]
AASM announces streamlined fees for new service-based accreditation model
To assist accredited sleep programs in budgeting for 2025, the AASM is announcing adjustments to its accreditation fee structure to align with the new service-based accreditation model, which will take effect in January. This model will group service locations [...]
‘Bed rotting’ tops TikTok trends: Americans embrace viral sleep habits
Today, social media platforms have become a primary source for lifestyle advice and trends, including in the area of sleep. According to a 2024 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 37% of Americans have experimented with one [...]
SoClean 3+ obtains FDA clearance
On Aug. 19, 2024, SoClean announced it received FDA De Novo clearance for the SoClean 3+, a bacterial reduction device for certain compatible CPAP masks and hoses. About SoClean 3+ The SoClean 3+ is a single-patient home-use cleaning [...]
Case Study of the Month – August 2024
The AASM Case Study of the Month for August is about an 8-year-old female presenting with a chief complaint of excessive daytime sleepiness. This patient has a history of allergic rhinitis, asthma, chronic otitis media, and behavioral issues. The [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 17, 2024
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. Registration is open for Trends 2025 Join us Feb. 7-9 in Clearwater Beach, Florida, [...]
Talking Sleep | Silent and sleepy: The use of wake-promoting medications in well-treated OSA
Season 6 | Episode 16 DRS. KINGMAN STROHL AND LUCAS DONOVAN, GUESTS Excessive daytime sleepiness is a significant problem for many people who have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and persistent sleepiness occurs in some patients despite effective treatment [...]
FDA clears Masimo W1 watch connectivity
On Aug. 12, 2024, Masimo announced that its Masimo W1 medical watch received FDA 510(k) clearance for connectivity, allowing it to be integrated with the company’s telemonitoring solution. About the Masimo W1 watch The Masimo W1 is a [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 10, 2024
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. Philips sets deadline to register PAP devices Philips announced it will no longer accept [...]