Facts, Services and Case Studies
Learn more about what Somnium Health Services has to offer patients and physicians.
Types of
SLEEP DISORDERS
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disorder resulting from the collapse of the pharyngeal airway during sleep.
It is estimated that one in five adults has some form of obstructive sleep apnea.
OSA has been associated with many medical comorbidities, obesity and surgical mortality.
Insomnia
Insomnia is the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep.
It is estimated that 50% of Americans have experienced insomnia at some point in their lives.
Approximately 10% of Americans suffer from chronic insomnia.
Restless Leg Syndrome
RLS is a neurological disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move one's body to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations.
RLS affects an estimated 7-10% of the general population in North America.
Narcolepsy
Neurological chronic sleep disorder characterized by excessive sleepiness and sleep attacks at inappropriate times.
In the United States, it is estimated that this condition afflicts as many as 200,000 Americans but fewer than 50,000 are diagnosed.
Parasomnias
Category of sleep disorders that involve abnormal and unnatural movements, behaviors, emotions, perceptions, and dreams that occur while falling asleep, sleeping, between sleep stages, or during arousal from sleep.
SLEEP
FACTS & RESEARCH
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is estimated to affect approximately 20% of the American population (60 million lives).
It is estimated that less than 10% of those with OSA have been diagnosed which leaves a large patient population that needs to be treated.
Sleep apnea can result in high blood pressure, stroke, congestive heart failure, and even death. A national survey found that 69% of American adults fail to recognize sleep as a critical factor in maintaining health.
Recent studies have shown that in the pre-surgical population, approximately 40% of the patients have a high risk for OSA.
In one specific study, patients who had a high risk of OSA had a 19.6% postoperative complication rate as compared to 1.3% for those with low OSA risk.
A large study of approximately 50,000 patients with OSA undergoing surgery reported a fivefold increase in intubation and mechanical ventilation after orthopedic surgery compared to a twofold increase after general surgery.
Gupta and colleagues found that patients with OSA undergoing hip or knee replacement were at an increased risk of developing perioperative complications 29% vs. 9% in the general population.
SLEEP
RESOURCES
Our Services
Learn more about what Somnium Health Solutions has to offer both patients and physicians.
OUR
SERVICES
Somnium Screening Questionnaire
Standardized questionnaire asking questions related to snoring, breathing, energy levels and alertness to evaluate risk for sleep apnea.
In-lab Sleep Study
An overnight sleep study, or Polysomnogram (PSG), is a simple, non-invasive and painless test used to diagnose and evaluate a variety of sleep disorders. Various electrodes are used to monitor the patient’s airflow, heartbeat (EKG), blood oxygen level, brain wave patterns (EEG), eye movements, and the movements of respiratory muscles and limbs.
Home Sleep Testing
A home sleep test involves the use of a portable monitoring device that is worn while sleeping to record snoring, breathing, oxygen levels and heart rate. The patient would come to our clinic and be instructed on how to put on the device by our sleep technician. After the night is over, the portable monitoring device is returned to our clinic and its recorded data will be promptly interpreted.
Treatment
There are a variety of different treatment options and we will work diligently with the patient to find an optimal solution for their disorder. The most common treatment is CPAP therapy. Somnium is a one-stop shop for patients and physicians. We carry a comprehensive inventory of treatment and related supplies. These state-of-the-art devices include CPAP devices, Bi-level devices, related supplies and accessories
Compliance Program
We offer a comprehensive well-designed compliance program that includes systematic patient follow-up and 24 hour support service
key
DIFFERENTIATORS
Quality of Care
Accurate testing, state-of-the-art equipment, certified staff and a board certified sleep physician are just a few reasons why Somnium is the choice for quality care.
Experience and Expertise
Somnium’s Team has effectively been diagnosing sleep disorders and helping those afflicted with such disorders to live a healthy life since 1990.
Turn-key Solution
We offer a unique screening process, board certified sleep physician interpretations, and comprehensive treatment and compliance programs.
Rapid Turnaround Time
Interpretations and results are typically delivered within 48-72 hours.
Diagnosis and Durable Medical Equipment
In addition to diagnostic testing, we also offer sleep related Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and related supplies for your patient.
Extensive Follow-Up
Somnium DME is dedicated to provide one of the most thorough follow-up programs in the industry to ensure optimal compliance for your patient, including regular patient contact and 24 hour support service.
Case Study
Learn about how Somnium Health Solutions helped the Oklahoma Center for Orthopedic Multi-Specialty Surgery.
OCOM's
SITUATION
OCOM CEO Mike Kimzey had some underutilized rooms which he wanted to deploy for new patient services. With an estimated 25 percent of surgery centers and hospitals implementing pre-surgical protocols for sleep apnea, he saw the opportunity to open a sleep lab at his facility. Kimzey's research showed his facility could support five beds, but he wanted to scale to that number over a 12 month period.
SOMNIUM'S
SOLUTION
Somnium Sleep Solutions presented a plan in which OCOM would own the center and pay a fixed fee to Somnium for comprehensive sleep services which included implementation of the center, equipment, technicians, study readings, referral marketing, property/liability insurance, etc. OCOM started with 2 beds, and added more as volume increased. At the end of the first six months, OCOM had 3 sleep center beds serving nearly 50 patients each month. Responsibilities for the hospital were limited to providing the space, adding sleep diagnostic services to insurance contracts, and billing.
Year One Results: Somnium completed over 500 sleep studies with plans to continue expansion to 5 beds.
Testimonials
“The Somnium team brings an unbelievable amount of expertise and experience from the sleep industry and the integration of the center within our facility was flawless. Besides billing and collection, we had no other responsibilities – Somnium handled everything else. I highly recommend their services to anyone thinking about expanding their capabilities, improving patient outcomes and adding additional revenue.”
“Working with Somnium has been a pleasure, their management team made the entire sleep center launch process easy from start to finish. I am especially impressed with Somnium’s ability to attract top notch talent in our local hiring market. Their office manager, DME coordinator and night technologists have really integrated well with our staff which makes for a great partnership.”
“Somnium’s technology is cutting edge and the readings their sleep physicians provide are excellent. They have provided a turnkey seamless practice extension to our facility. If you are not looking for a sleep solution, you should be. There is no risk.”