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Does Insurance Cover Sleep Apnea Treatments?
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Treatment for sleep apnea depends on the severity of the problem. Given the data on the long-term complications of sleep apnea, it is important for patients to treat the problem as they would any chronic disease. Simply trying to treat snoring will not treat sleep apnea. Because of its association with heart problems and stroke, sleep apnea that does not respond to lifestyle measures should be treated by a doctor, ideally a sleep disorders specialist.
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Treatment Options for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
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Medicare approves in-home sleep apnea testing
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Sleep Apnea
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Sleep Apnea: Other Treatments
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Sleep apnea treatment options for kids
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