Does everyone have some OSA?

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Does everyone have some OSA?

Posted by HowardH on February 08, 2002 at 16:50:01:
My doc mentioned that practically everyone has OSA even in it's most mild form. He thinks it's not worth treating unless a sleep study reveals data that's within a certain rage. My insurance co. won't pay for CPAP unless this same data is within their guidlines. Is this a fair statement and policy? Shouldn't any form of OSA be treated?

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One person's OSA is another's good night's sleep. GBoogie 17:33 2/08/02 (1)

CPAP's and masks are cheap / Studies aren't. Doug H. 19:12 2/08/02 (0)

Re: Does everyone have some OSA? Doug H. 17:10 2/08/02 (0)

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