New Sleep Medicine Practice Webinar Addresses Evaluation and Management Coding
Evaluation and Management (E/M) Coding will be on Thursday, May 14.
Study Shows Institution of a Consistent Nightly Bedtime Routine Improves Sleep in Infants and Toddlers as well as Maternal Mood
This study is the first to evaluate the efficacy of a bedtime routine independent of other treatments.
Maternal Depression is Associated with Significant Sleep Disturbance in Infants
This study is the first step towards characterizing the influence of maternal depression on infant sleep.
Study Links Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) With Sleep Problems in Adolescents
Adolescents with a childhood diagnosis of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are more likely to have current and lifetime sleep problems and disorders.
FTC Implements Red Flag Rule Affecting Physicians
FTC Red Flag Rule
SLEEP 2009: Start the Meeting with Postgraduate Courses
Postgraduate courses at SLEEP 2009
Apply Your Knowledge of the Scoring Manual to New Sleep Study Scoring Tests
The AASM presents a new set of test modules to assess your knowledge of the new scoring rules, polysomnographic pattern recognition and scoring ability.
New ABMS Prep Webinar for Non-Pulmonologists is Wed., May 6
Behavioral Sleep Medicine for Non-Psychologist will introduce participants to the field of behavioral sleep medicine.
Earn CME Online for May Issue of SLEEP
Earn continuing education credits through the new online CME system.
Updated Sleep Medicine Practice Exam Now Online
Test your knowledge of sleep in preparation for the upcoming sleep medicine subspecialty board certification examination with the Sleep Medicine Practice Exam.
New LCD Policy Issued by Trailblazer
New Local Coverage Determination for Part B Carriers
Application Available for New Accreditation Standards
An Application for Accreditation to accompany the December 2008 Standards for Accreditation is available for free download.
Mark Your Calendar for AASM Membership Meeting at SLEEP 2009
The General Membership Meeting of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) on Monday, June 8 from 12:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m. at SLEEP 2009 at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center in rooms 615-616
HHS Launches Health Reform Site and Forum
A new Web site dedicated to health care reform
New AARC Correspondence Addresses Polysomnography
The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) sent an e-mail stating their "profession is under attack."
New Medicare Information Online about MUEs and Advance Beneficiary Notices
Advance Beneficiary Notices (ABN) are not appropriate for care denials based on a MUE denial.
AASM Introduces Board Review Study Sessions
New Board Review Study Session webinar series
Earn CME Online for April Issue of JCSM
The new CME system includes online post-tests for four articles and features a management system to track your attempts and credit earned.
More than 6,500 Scientists and Doctors Will Discuss Sleep Science and the Health Risks of Sleep Disorders at SLEEP 2009 in Seattle this June
Latest findings in sleep research will be presented at the SLEEP 2009 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies from June 8 to 11.
Treating Sleep Disorders in People with Traumatic Brain Injury May not Eliminate Daytime Symptoms
Treatment may result in the objective resolution of the sleep disorder without improvements in daytime sleepiness or neuropsychological function.
Study Shows that Melatonin is an Effective Treatment for Sleep Problems in Children with Autism
Over-the-counter melatonin medication can shorten the length of time it takes for children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), or both to fall asleep at the beginning of the night.
Study Suggests that Trouble Sleeping Leads to Increased Ratings of Pain in Cancer Patients
Treating sleep problems may improve pain management in patients with cancer.
NEW! IDTF Fraud and Abuse Archived Webinar CD-ROM
This archived webinar will provide information on the government’s fraud and abuse enforcement authority and the performance standards that an IDTF must maintain.
NHLBI Announces RFA for Phase II Clinical Trials of Novel Therapies for Lung Diseases (U01)
Test a novel intervention for a lung disease or a cardiopulmonary disorder from sleep
Reserve Your Room for SLEEP 2009 Today
Make your hotel reservation for SLEEP 2009.