Abstract
Program Description:
With increased demand of patients seeking treatment for obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS), diagnosis of OSAHS will become an increasingly significant component of every ENT practice. Surgical treatment will remain an option for selected patients Explain options for attended and unattended polysomnography. Review new techniques and clinical research on OSAHS. Review CPT coding and reimbursement expectations for diagnostic studies, non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures. Identify patients with mild/moderate disease (continuous positive airway pressure intolerant) who could benefit from minimally-invasive and non-invasive techniques. Present non-invasive treatment options that can be incorporated into an ENT practice.
Educational Objectives:
1) Incorporate sleep testing into ENT practice, implement coding/reimbursement for diagnostic and treatment, and apply an algorithm for successful treatment of snoring and OSA. 2) Properly identify and treat each anatomic site and identify patients who can be helped by multilevel minimally-invasive techniques rather than classic surgery. 3) Incorporate custom-made mandibular advancement devices into an ENT/OSAHS practice and share our experience with Provent therapy.
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