Two paths to better sleep.
Your medical provider will determine which sleep test is right for you.
In-Lab Polysomnogram (PSG)
A PSG is a comprehensive overnight diagnostic recording of physical activities that occur while you sleep. Our certified sleep technicians attach advanced sensors used for assessing sleep disorders. This usually incorporates 12 or more channels of biologic rhythms. This allows for detailed monitoring of the patient's brainwaves, oxygen saturation, leg motion, heart rate, and other critical benchmarks for diagnosing many sleep disorders. A PSG can also pickup and record Neurological Concerns, Cardiovascular Concerns, Pulmonary Concerns in addition to Sleep Disorder Breathing Concerns such as Sleep Apnea. A technician oversees the patient throughout the night and can makes adjustments to the equipment to ensure the highest level recordings with the most detailed results possible. Sleep information collected from your one night stay is approximately 720 to 800 pages of data.
If your medical provider prescribed a diagnostic sleep study with Positive Airway Pressure (PAP Titration), you will also wear a PAP mask alongside the sensors. You can use the restroom at any point during the night.
Studies usually end between 4-5 a.m. Our sleep technicians cannot review your sleep results with you or make any treatment recommendations. Please follow up with your ordering medical provider 14 days after you conducted your sleep testing to review your sleep results and recommendations for treatment if necessary.
Cancellation Policy
Appointments must be cancelled at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled test to avoid a $200 cancellation fee. If scheduled on Saturday or Sunday, contact us Friday before 10 a.m. No-shows will also be charged $200. These fees are not covered by Medicare or insurance.
Methods of Payment
We accept all major credit cards, checks, or exact cash. A 3% fee applies to all credit transactions. We are unable to make change.
What to Expect
When you arrive, the technologist will apply monitoring devices - approximately 45 minutes. You'll sleep in a private bedroom with a TV. Bring a book if you like. We provide all bedding.
- DOEat a regular dinner before you arrive. You may bring a small snack such as a granola bar for before bedtime.
- DOShower and wash your hair and body before coming to the sleep facility.
- DORemove braids, hair weaves, and hair accessories (Clips, Rubber Bands, etc.).
- DOBring comfortable nightclothes - pajamas or shorts and a t-shirt preferred.
- DOTake your regular medications as instructed by your physician.
- DOBring all medications taken at bedtime or during the night. It Is Extremely Important That You Bring Any Medications You Don't Take On A Regular Basis, But May Need In An Urgent Situation, For Example An Inhaler, Anti-Seizure Medicine Or An EpiPen.
- DOBring 1-Night Sleep Aid. Conducting sleep testing in a strange environment can be difficult and we need your help. You may have increased anxiety causing you not to sleep. This can result in your test not being completed and a delay of your care. It May Be Beneficial To Speak With Your Medical Provider And Request A 1-Night Sleep Aid. The sleep aid may or may not be necessary but if it is, you will be glad you have it.
- DON'TNap or sleep during day of your scheduled sleep test. It is helpful if you are able to wake up early and not sleep all day to help facilitate your sleep during your sleep study. It May Be Beneficial To Speak With Your Medical Provider And Request A 1-Night Sleep Aid.
- DON'TConsume alcohol, caffeine or sugary foods or drinks (Chocolates, Coffee, Colas, Energy Drinks, Tea, Etc.) on the day of your sleep study.
- DON'TSpray or utilize perfume or cologne. At Home Sleep Studies is a diagnostic lab that provides sleep care for patients with Compromised Respiratory Systems or Fragrance Sensitivity. We don't want to put anyone in respiratory distress or failure. Deodorant is OK to use on underarms.
- DON'TWear make-up, hairspray, gel, mousse, nail polish, or apply lotions or oils to your skin or hair. They interfere with head & body sensors. Please make sure hair is clean and dry.
- DON'TSchedule a hair appointment for Sew-In Weaves, Glue-In Weaves or braids before your scheduled sleep appointment. They Interfere With Placement Of Paste And Head Sensors On Scalp Of Your Head.
- DON'TWear satin or silky materials. Patients will not be allowed to sleep naked or only in their undergarments. All patients MUST wear clothes!
- DON'TShow Up Early For your Sleep Appointment. Our sleep staff is scheduled to arrive 5 minutes prior to our first appointment which is 7:30 PM. If you are scheduled at 7:30 PM and you arrive earlier than your scheduled time, the sleep center may not be staffed or open yet.
Home Sleep Test (HST)
Your medical provider has ordered a home sleep test to evaluate you for Sleep Apnea - a condition where breathing pauses repeatedly during sleep, often without the person even knowing. This test allows you to sleep in the comfort of your own home while a compact device collects the data.
Go to bed at your normal time and aim for at least 6 hours of sleep. If you experience difficulties or get less than 4 hours, call us at (702) 463-8062.
Please return your device promptly - other patients are scheduled and waiting. Return between 9am-11am unless other pickup arrangements have been made.
ResMed ApneaLink Air
A compact Type III home sleep testing device that records up to five channels: Respiratory Effort, Pulse, Oxygen Saturation, Nasal Flow, and Snoring. Lightweight and easy to use with provided instructions.
About Your Results
At Home Sleep Studies provides only the diagnostic portion of your sleep study. Results are reviewed by our board-certified sleep medicine physicians and the report is faxed to your ordering medical provider. Please follow up with your ordering medical provider 1 week after you conducted your home sleep testing to review your sleep results and any recommendations for treatment if necessary.
Methods of Payment
We accept all major credit cards, checks, or exact cash. A 3% fee applies to all credit transactions. We are unable to make change.
