Thankful for so much at this time of year
Thanksgiving for most of my childhood and adolescence meant dinner at my paternal grandparents on Long Island, NY. My cousins from Pennsylvania and Connecticut would be there, Grandma would make creamed onions for my dad, my mom would make [...]
Read Montage magazine issue three of 2023
Welcome to the latest edition of Montage, the AASM member magazine. In this issue, we explore diverse practice models and their impact on patient care. Our cover story features insights from members navigating the advantages and hurdles of [...]
From sleep struggles to empowering families
Pediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine physician Funke Afolabi-Brown, MD, is on a mission to educate and empower women and children to prioritize sleep. This fall, she’s launching a holistic telemedicine-based sleep practice for patients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. [...]
Hospital expands services to address unique challenges in pediatric sleep medicine
By Binal Kancherla, MD, FAAP The COVID-19 pandemic brought about many changes to the operations in sleep laboratories around the country. Many had to ultimately shut down and limit services to patients. Luckily, most adult sleep centers still had [...]
Free sleep clinic reduces sleep health inequities in southeast Michigan
By Galit Levi Dunietz, PhD, MPH Good sleep is fundamental for health and quality of life, yet healthy sleep is inaccessible for some of the most vulnerable members in our society. Indeed, racial and ethnic minorities, low-income working adults, [...]
Why sleep doctors are turning to private practice
By Kate Robards, AASM Senior Writer According to AASM membership data, about 25% of AASM members are in private practice. As advancements in sleep technology allow for more flexibility, more members are considering this practice model. Despite alluring benefits [...]
How sleep medicine fits in accountable care organizations
Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, MD, FAASM, member of AASM Board of Directors Over the course of my 25-year career in sleep medicine, I have navigated through several pivotal transitions, with each chapter presenting valuable insights. I have experience as an owner/partner [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – November 18, 2023
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. Increasing access to insomnia care A report in JCSM presents findings from an AASM [...]
Talking Sleep | Medications to manage central disorders of hypersomnolence
Talking Sleep Season 5 | Episode 21 Medications to manage central disorders of hypersomnolence DR. HRAYR ATTARIAN, GUEST In the last few years, more medications have been available to treat central disorders of hypersomnolence. While treatments for narcolepsy [...]
One in three Americans have used electronic sleep trackers, leading to changed behavior for many
Many Americans are interested in tracking and learning about their sleeping habits to optimize sleep quality, using tools such as wearable devices or mobile apps. According to a 2023 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, more than [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – November 11, 2023
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. CMS posts physician fee schedule final rule CMS announced the release of the final [...]
AASM to exhibit at APHA 2023
Come see us at the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo. We will have two booths at the Expo! The AASM Foundation will be promoting our programs and meeting with public health professionals at Booth 424. [...]
FDA clears Owlet Dream Sock for infant pulse oximetry
On Nov. 9, 2023, Owlet announced it received De Novo clearance from the FDA for its Dream Sock, an over-the-counter medical pulse oximetry solution for infants. The device provides infants’ real-time health information to parents and caregivers. About the [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – November 4, 2023
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. Analysis of AHRQ report on OSA outcomes A workgroup representing AASM, ATS, CHEST and [...]
AASM continues physician payment reform efforts
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) continues to work to advocate for changes to Medicare physician payment through an ongoing collaboration with the American Medical Association (AMA) and by launching independent efforts to highlight the specific challenges to [...]
Talking Sleep | Legal issues in a sleep medicine practice
Talking Sleep Season 5 | Episode 20 Legal issues in a sleep medicine practice Dr. Ramesh Sachdeva, GUEST Drowsy driving accidents are just one of the many ways in which health care can interface with the legal system. [...]
New Coalition for Permanent Standard Time supports healthy choice in clock-change debate
DARIEN, IL - The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has formed a new Coalition for Permanent Standard Time to advocate for the introduction and adoption of federal legislation making standard time permanent across the U.S. The coalition is leading [...]
FDA clears Modius Sleep device for chronic insomnia
Neurovalens announced Oct. 31 it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Modius Sleep device intended to treat chronic insomnia. By delivering a small and safe electrical pulse to the head for 30 minutes before bed, Modius Sleep is [...]
New position statement supports permanent standard time
DARIEN, IL - An updated position statement from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine supports the replacement of daylight saving time with permanent standard time. It is the position of the AASM that the United States should eliminate seasonal [...]
AASM to seek next editor of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors has appointed an Editor Search Committee to evaluate applicants and make a recommendation for the selection of the next editor-in-chief of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine (JCSM). In [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – October 28, 2023
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 provides update on OmniLab devices In a new clinical bulletin related to its [...]
Take action: Join the ‘Act on Actigraphy’ payer reimbursement campaign
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has launched the “Act on Actigraphy” campaign highlighting the importance of actigraphy testing for sleep disorders and urging payers to reimburse health care professionals for this evidence-based medical service. Many payers still list [...]
CMS 2021 Quality Payment Program experience report summary for sleep medicine
The data shown in this report is from the 2021 Quality Payment Program (QPP) experience report. The purpose of this summary is to provide data specific to sleep medicine providers as it relates to Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) [...]
AASM seeks nominees for the 2024 – 2025 Board of Directors
The AASM invites qualified members to nominate themselves or encourage others to be considered for seats that will open in 2024 on the AASM Board of Directors. To qualify for service on the AASM Board of Directors, nominees must [...]
American Academy of Sleep Medicine launches initiative to help primary care professionals talk to patients about sleep
DARIEN, IL - The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) launches the "Ask One Question" initiative to help primary care professionals talk to their patients about sleep. The effort is part of the AASM's national public education campaign, "Sleep [...]