Going for a sleep study is a bit different than many diagnostic procedures.  It is important for our patients to be comfortable, and that the technician is able to apply the sensors required to acquire the best possible physiological signals.  In order to make your trip to the sleep lab as stress-free and productive as possible, we provide the following checklist.

• Do not take any naps the day of your study
• Do not drink any caffeine the day of the study.  You may eat your normal diet.
• Bring a list of your current medications to give to your sleep technician.
• You may take your medications the day of the test and bring any medications that you will need during the night.  Refrigeration is available for temperature-sensitive medication like insulin.
• Bathe or shower before coming to the test.  This will aid with application of the monitoring sensors, and improve signal quality.
• Do no use body lotions, hair conditioners, hair creams, tonics, or hair gel.  You are encouraged to apply underarm deodorant.
• Remove all nail polish and acrylic nails from at least 1 nail on each hand.
• For your comfort, you may bring your own pillow and reading material.
• Please bring non-restricting 2 piece night clothes (e.g. pajamas, t-shirt and shorts, etc; no satin or silk).
• Please bring your completed Sleep Questionarrie to give to your technician.
• Please read and sign the Notice of Privacy Policies and Practicies to give to your technician.
• Please bring your current insurance cards AND a photo ID.
• No shows/failure to cancel within 12 hours of scheduled appointment may incur a $50 fee.  This is because of the resources that must be allocated in advance for each sleep study.  If you cannot make your appointment, let us know so that we can make your time available to another patient.

Electrodes, sensors, and belts will be attached to you to measure your breathing pattern, sleep stages, oxygen levels, body movements and heart tracings.  The sleep report will be left for interpretation and then forwarded to the ordering physician.  This process can take up to 7-10 days.  Your technician is not allowed to provide a diagnosis in the morning.  There is a shower facility available if you wish to shower in the morning.

For your safety as well as the safety of others, please do not drive while sleepy.  If you are sleepy before leaving the sleep laboratory, please inform us.  We will gladly make arrangements fo ryou to continue sleeping at the facility or to call transporatation for you in the event that this would occur. It is very important that any insurance pre-certification requirements are met and that any referrals are obtained prior to the study.  All services are also subject to your deductible and/or co-insurance with your plan.  Please be advised that many insurance companies require a minimum recording time in order for the study to qualify for reimbursement.

In the event you need to reschedule your study, please call 1-866-251-7451 (toll free).  For cancellations after 6:00 pm or on weekends, please call 866-475-4759 (toll free).  The supervisor on duty will answer your call.  If you have any questions, please contact us at 717-399-7451 or toll free at 1-866-251-7451.