Lee D. Eisenberg, MD, FACS

Abstract: In order to assist the physician in obtaining reimbursement for the treatment of patients with sleep disordered breathing, this article presents a few simple guidelines on insurance coding for various procedures.

Conclusion: In today’s milieu of managed care, even the best preparation does not assure payment. It cannot be overemphasized that most of evaluation and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea is not urgent, so the physician must take the time to interact with the insurance carrier before embarking on any surgical treatment. Such a precaution will best serve you and your patient.

ENT Journal 1999 November; 78(11):858-9