SomnoMed Sleep Apnea Devices Approved by Medicare

Posted: September 26, 2014
Edited by Dentaltown staff

Frisco, TX – September 23, 2014 –
SomnoMed announced this week that it has received Medicare approval for its new SomnoDent Herbst Advance Classic and Flex oral devices.  
 
The devices, which effectively treat obstructive sleep apnea, have received full CMS/PDAC approval and were allocated the HCPCS Code of E0486 for DME billing, allowing for Medicare reimbursement in the United States.  This allows dentists fitting the device to Medicare patients to apply for and be granted specified reimbursement for the device and treatment.

“Medicare approval in the US is a huge step forward for the SomnoDent Herbst Advance devices and for sleep apnea treatment in general,” said Dr. Peter Neustadt, Chairman and CEO of SomnoMed.” Not only does the approval further strengthen SomnoMed’s global leadership position in COATTM (Continuous Open Airway Therapy) treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, it enables a larger patient population access to the quality of life benefits that come with COAT treatment.” 
 
Dr. Neustadt also noted that the high level of compliance among patients using oral devices is giving COAT a distinct advantage over CPAP for the majority of patients.
 
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