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Whether you\u2019ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea or you\u2019re considering a sleep study to confirm a diagnosis, it\u2019s incredibly important to pursue professional treatment as soon as you can. Not only does sleep apnea make it difficult to stay asleep through the night and feel well-rested in the morning, but this chronic condition can put you at higher risk for other debilitating problems (including depression, type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, and other health issues.) Thankfully, there are ways to make the cost of sleep apnea therapy<\/a> more affordable when you have medical insurance! Here\u2019s what you should know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Will Medical Insurance Cover Costs for Sleep Studies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s unlikely that a dental insurance plan will offer any coverage for services related to sleep apnea treatment, but medical insurance plans tend to be more consistent in their coverage. However, every plan is going to have different levels of coverage, which is why it\u2019s so important to look over the details of your plan ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the case of sleep studies, you can usually get coverage if it\u2019s considered to be necessary for a diagnosis or treatment of a disease. After all, sleep studies are performed to identify problems that meet these prerequisites. Just keep in mind that some plans require the sleep study to be performed at home vs. in a medical facility. They do this in order to keep costs as low as possible and can even lower your copayment in some cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What About Oral Appliances?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many medical insurance policies also offer coverage for oral appliances, especially since Medicare approved them back in 2011. These fall into the category of durable medical equipment (DME) and work to manage and reduce the symptoms caused by sleep apnea therapy. DME benefits are considered an essential health benefit in the Affordable Care Act, leading many medical plans to step up and offer better coverage for these types of services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that said, it cannot be stressed enough that plans can vary dramatically. The office you\u2019re receiving care from should be more than happy to look over yours with you to ensure you get the biggest reimbursement possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should I Look for in My Plan?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A good thing to be on the lookout for is your plan\u2019s Summary of Benefits and Coverage letter. This is typically mailed to you or provided by your employer when you sign up for medical insurance. It\u2019s also helpful to login into your provider\u2019s website with the account provided to you, or create one yourself if you have not done so already.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting coverage for an oral appliance or sleep study doesn\u2019t have to be a difficult process when you know what to look for. If you need additional guidance, don\u2019t be afraid to ask a sleep dentist in Topeka for help with your plan\u2019s details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Michel<\/a> has pursued advanced training and continuing education in his specialty for decades, including the treatment of conditions like sleep apnea through dedicated therapy. Whether you have symptoms that are affecting your sleep quality, are in need of a more detailed diagnosis, or trying to get away from CPAP machines, he\u2019s the professional to see. To schedule an appointment, you can contact him through his website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea or you\u2019re considering a sleep study to confirm a diagnosis, it\u2019s incredibly important to pursue professional treatment as soon as you can. Not only does sleep apnea make it difficult to stay asleep through the night and feel well-rested in the morning, but this chronic condition can put […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nCost of Sleep Apnea Therapy in Topeka | Dr. Michael E. Michel<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for an affordable way to cover the cost of sleep apnea therapy? 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