References

^1: NHLBI says sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and restarts during sleep, and untreated sleep apnea increases risk for stroke, heart attack, and other serious problems. (NHLBI, NIH)

^2: NHLBI lists common symptoms such as snoring, gasping, and breathing that stops and restarts during sleep. (NHLBI, NIH)

^3: NHLBI says treatment may include healthy lifestyle changes, positive airway pressure such as CPAP, oral devices, surgery, or other treatments. (NHLBI, NIH)

^4: Medicare says Part B covers certain sleep studies when clinically needed, including Type I, II, III, and IV tests, and beneficiaries generally pay twenty percent after the deductible. (medicare.gov)

^5: Medicare says CPAP therapy may be covered for obstructive sleep apnea. (medicare.gov)

^6: CMS LCD L33718 says PAP device coverage for obstructive sleep apnea begins with initial coverage and sets continued-coverage rules. (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

^7: Medicare lists CPAP machines under durable medical equipment coverage. (medicare.gov)

^8: CMS compliance guidance says continued CPAP coverage depends on re-evaluation and adherence requirements. (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

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