In this Issue
This issue of Montage features articles focused on strategies to improve patient access to care in the field of sleep medicine. Millions of people in the U.S. have a sleep disorder, so developing new ways to reach [...]
News and Updates
Read more about news and updates in the sleep field ranging from findings of interest in popular sleep journals to sleep articles shared in the media. See what AASM members have also been featured in local news! [...]
NoteZzz
Read more about upcoming events, special reminders, resources for your practice or patients, and fun facts about sleep. Upcoming Event: Sleep Medicine Essentials Your Lifeline to Sleep Knowledge Breathe life into your exam prep or [...]
Celebrating 20 Years of Research
This April, the American Sleep Medicine Foundation unveiled its new name: American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation (AASM Foundation). The AASM Foundation strives to enhance sleep health for all by funding strategic research and career development awards [...]
Members in Action
The last couple of months have been active ones for AASM members. From exhibiting at a science and engineering festival to celebrating award recipients, we’ve gathered details on where our members have been and how they have been making [...]
CMS to overhaul the EHR Incentive Programs
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that it will be overhauling the EHR Incentive Programs to improve flexibility, reduce physician burdens and advance health-information exchange and patient access measures. Some of the proposed changes include continuous [...]
President Trump nominates Wilkie as VA secretary
On May 18, President Donald Trump announced his latest nominee to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. The President moved to promote Robert Wilkie from his current role as acting secretary—which he has held since the firing of former [...]
Baltimore will host the ultimate sleep research event this June
DARIEN, IL – Sleep clinicians and scientists from around the world will present new research and discuss the most recent developments in clinical sleep medicine and circadian science at SLEEP 2018, the 32nd annual meeting of the Associated Professional [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – May 19, 2018
Consumer sleep technology position Consumer sleep technology must be FDA cleared and rigorously tested against current gold standards if it is intended to render a diagnosis and/or treatment, according to a new AASM position statement in the May 15 [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – May 19, 2018
Consumer sleep technology position Consumer sleep technology must be FDA cleared and rigorously tested against current gold standards if it is intended to render a diagnosis and/or treatment, according to a new AASM position statement in the May 15 [...]
AASM posts updated sleep apnea testing policy scorecard for UnitedHealthcare
The AASM has posted an updated scorecard for the diagnostic sleep apnea testing policy of UnitedHealthcare, which reflects changes made to the UHC policy effective Dec. 1, 2017. Also available from the AASM are scorecards for the policies of [...]
Buy your ticket now for the 2018 AASM PAC Social
A ticket to the 2018 AASM PAC Social is the perfect addition to your SLEEP 2018 experience. Our hour-long reception is a can’t-miss event for the most dedicated professionals in the field. Share drinks, appetizers, stories, and tricks-of-the-trade [...]
Consumer sleep technology is no substitute for medical evaluation
DARIEN, IL - According to a position statement from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), consumer sleep technology must be cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and rigorously tested if it is intended to diagnose or [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – May 12, 2018
SLEEP abstract book, program & mobile app All of the resources you need to prepare for SLEEP 2018, the 32nd annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, are now available for download: the final program, abstract supplement and [...]
AMA resolution and AASM advocacy defend the sleep profession
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has begun a new nationwide initiative to defend the scope of practice of physicians and advanced care providers who manage patients with obstructive sleep apnea from encroachment by dentists and other practitioners, [...]
American Academy of Sleep Medicine advocates in Washington to advance healthy sleep
DARIEN, IL – American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) leaders recently were in Washington to advocate for patient access to quality care, sleep research, and drowsy driving prevention in meetings with legislators on Capitol Hill and during events involving the [...]
AASM streamlines the sleep facility accreditation process
The AASM has made a significant change to the sleep facility accreditation process that will enable applicants to become accredited faster. An additional change will reduce the cost, time and information required when a facility submits a Relocation [...]
AASM makes important updates to the Standards for Accreditation
Now available on the AASM website are updated Standards for Accreditation of sleep facilities and Independent Sleep Practice Standards for Accreditation. The AASM revised two standards for sleep facilities, H-3: Database/Storage and K-7: Safety Risks Unique to in-center [...]
American Academy of Sleep Medicine announces 2018 award recipients
DARIEN, IL – Several leaders in the field of sleep medicine and a best-selling author were selected as recipients of the 2018 American Academy of Sleep Medicine awards, which will be presented Monday, June 4, during the plenary session [...]
AASM members give drowsy driving presentation at annual Lifesavers Conference
While many individuals are aware of the hazards of drunken, distracted or drugged driving, the issue of drowsy driving continues to remain under-appreciated and under-addressed, particularly among certain vulnerable occupational groups, such as commercial drivers and those who work [...]
CMS releases a future effective article affecting Jurisdictions J and M
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released a future effective article regarding the local coverage determination (LCD) policy for polysomnography (L36593) that affects Medicare contractor Palmetto GBA for Medicare Jurisdictions J and M. This article revises the [...]
Volunteer for new Diversity and Inclusion Task Force
The AASM is calling for volunteers for a new Diversity and Inclusion Task Force that will assess the current AASM membership to identify underrepresented groups, detect any barriers to diversity and inclusion, and recommend strategies for improvement. The [...]
AASM advances sleep research during events at FDA, NIH
In addition to meeting with legislators on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, April 17, AASM leaders participated in a series of events this week to promote sleep and circadian research at the federal level and to aid the career [...]
AASM leaders visit Capitol Hill to share urgent need for sleep caucus
On Tuesday, April 17, AASM leaders held meetings on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., at the offices of more than 30 U.S. Senators and Representatives — or 5% of the entire U.S. Congress! While that’s a phenomenal day’s [...]
Drowsy driving in the ridesharing industry is a public safety risk
DARIEN, IL – A position statement from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) concludes that fatigue and sleepiness are inherent safety risks in the ridesharing industry. Both sleep deprivation and circadian influences leave ridesharing drivers at risk for [...]