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 [...]
AASM seeks nominees for the Nominating Committee
The AASM invites qualified members to nominate themselves to be considered for a position that will be opening in 2024 on the AASM Nominating Committee. There will be one opening for a two-year term as an at-large member of [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – October 21, 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. Clinical management of EDS in OSA A panel of 10 international experts developed consensus [...]
Talking Sleep | Medications to treat obstructive sleep apnea
Talking Sleep Season 5 | Episode 19 Medications to Treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea Dr. Sanjay Patel, GUEST We have long known that CPAP therapy isn’t meant for everyone who has obstructive sleep apnea. There are plenty of non-PAP [...]
“Fall back” for the last time? Six in 10 Americans support the elimination of seasonal time changes
Are you tired of “falling” and “springing” when it comes to changing your clock – and sleep schedule? You are not alone. According to a recent survey commissioned by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 6 in 10 Americans [...]
Silicon Valley event to explore disruptive innovation in the sleep health market
DARIEN, IL – On Friday and Saturday, Nov. 3–4, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine will host its third Sleep Medicine Disruptors event to continue exploring the innovations that are poised to change the landscape of sleep health, patient [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – October 14, 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. State of Sleep Medicine Report for Q3 The quarterly State of Sleep Medicine Report [...]
The Bedrock of Innovation in Sleep Diagnostics
Nox Medical | IEP Gold Level Sponsor To maximize the accuracy of diagnostic sleep tests and to spur innovation in the field of sleep medicine, clinical scientists and engineers at Nox Medical, have spent years engineering Nox RIP sensors. [...]
Sleepiz One+ bedside monitoring device receives FDA clearance
Sleepiz received FDA Class II 510(k) clearance for Sleepiz One+, a contactless device intended to measure heart rate and respiration rate in adult patients at rest or during sleep. About Sleepiz One+ Sleepiz One+ uses Doppler radar technology to [...]