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The AASM continues working toward a resolution for members in DME Jurisdiction D as they are reporting Medicare audits leading to claims denials due to seemingly conflicting language in two local coverage determination policies. The two LCDs include language regarding the medical necessity for [...]
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep medicine, recognize important developments in health [...]
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep medicine, recognize important developments in health [...]
Talking Sleep Season 4 Episode 6 Phenotyping in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Dr. Allan Pack, guest Phenotyping patients with obstructive sleep apnea has the potential to revolutionize sleep medicine. In this episode of Talking Sleep, University of Pennsylvania researcher and clinician Dr. [...]
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 notification order sent to Philips On Thursday the FDA issued a notification order requiring Philips to improve its [...]
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep medicine, recognize important developments in health [...]
Program will raise awareness of sleep disorder affecting 30 million adults in United States DARIEN, IL – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded a grant to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine for a new awareness program focused on improving recognition [...]
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 recall: FDA safety communication The FDA has issued a safety communication in response to the voluntary recall of [...]
On June 30 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication in response to the voluntary recall by Philips of certain Philips Respironics bi-level positive airway pressure (BPAP), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and mechanical ventilator devices due to potential health [...]
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep medicine, recognize important developments in health [...]
By all accounts, 2020 was a tough year. The field of sleep medicine experienced numerous challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lost beloved colleagues such as AASM Founding President William C. Dement, MD; AASM Past President Mark Mahowald, MD; and renowned RLS scientist [...]
Considerations for the practice of sleep medicine during COVID-19 Updated Jan. 18, 2021 During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) advises sleep clinicians to follow the recommendations of the CDC as well as additional policies, guidance and/or [...]
Update: Oventus has reportedly ceased making the O2vent oral appliance devices at this time. Summary The Oventus O2Vent is a mandibular advancement device that permits oral breathing, with the goal of improved utility for patients with nasal obstruction. Limited body of literature without comparison [...]
COVID-19: FAQs for Sleep Clinicians The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) COVID-19 Task Force is responding to frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help sleep clinicians and accredited sleep facilities address the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). During the COVID-19 public health [...]
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. Editorial: Disruption in sleep medicine In the Sept. 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, AASM Immediate [...]
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. Watch SLEEP 2019 keynote address The full-length keynote address presented in June by Amita Sehgal, PhD, at SLEEP 2019 [...]
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. ABIM to develop self-paced MOC option This week the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) announced that it is [...]
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. NovaSom files for bankruptcy Home sleep apnea test supplier NovaSom Inc. has filed for bankruptcy because insufficient cash flow [...]
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. Read the Q2 President's Report In Washington, D.C., at the most recent quarterly meeting of the AASM board of [...]
Members-Only and Free Resources As an AASM member, you have access to a multitude of resources designed to make your job easier. Members are often surprised by how many great services and products are available to them — most available at no [...]
Defend Your Sleep The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Super Bowl champion Aaron Taylor are teaming up to help you “Defend Your Sleep” by tackling obstructive sleep apnea. For years Aaron snored, had daytime sleepiness, and felt a lack of energy. Then [...]
Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) of North Carolina will implement a new sleep management program for sleep testing and therapy services on Dec. 1, 2017. The program will be administered by AIM Specialty Health®. Providers will be required to obtain preauthorization for the [...]
Medicare Policies General Information Medicare is a single-payer, national insurance program administered by the U.S. federal government for people age 65 or older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with end-stage renal disease. Medicare has four [...]
Sleep Medicine Codes International Classification of Disease (ICD-10 - Clinical Modification (CM)) Diagnostic Coding System The 10th revision of the International Classification of Diseases and related health problems (ICD-10-CM) is a uniform diagnostic coding system. Maintenance of ICD-10-CM is the responsibility of [...]
American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler describes how the AASM and sleep specialists can increase joy in sleep medicine by working together to improve systems of care, increasing the quality of patient care, and continuing to nurture the field of sleep medicine.
Many of the SLEEP 2010 sessions are already filling up quickly; attendees are encouraged to register early to ensure that your space is reserved in these popular sessions.
Beginning Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, registration for SLEEP 2010, the 24th Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS), opens exclusively to members of the AASM and the Sleep Research Society.
AASM government and health policy updates posted online in 2008