Older Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea Patients and Medical Care (IMAGE)

American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Older Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea Patients and Medical Care

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Older adults with undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea seek more health care, according to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. The study examined the impact of untreated sleep apnea on health care utilization and costs among Medicare beneficiaries.

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Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine

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