CPT® Code 95806

Sleep study, unattended, simultaneous recording of, heart rate, oxygen saturation, respiratory airflow, and respiratory effort (eg, thoracoabdominal movement)

The CPT® Code 95806 refers to an unattended sleep study that involves the simultaneous recording of several physiological parameters, including heart rate, oxygen saturation, respiratory airflow, and respiratory effort, which is often assessed through thoracoabdominal movement. Sleep studies are essential diagnostic tools used to evaluate and diagnose a range of sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, insomnia, sleepwalking, restless leg syndrome, and other periodic movements that occur during sleep. This particular type of sleep study can be conducted in an outpatient setting or within the comfort of the patient's home. In cases where the study is performed at home, the necessary equipment is delivered to the patient, allowing for a more natural sleep environment. During the study, a heart monitor is utilized to track the patient's heart rate, while a band is placed around the chest to measure respiratory effort through thoracoabdominal movements. An oxygen probe is attached to the patient's finger to continuously monitor the oxygen saturation levels in the blood. Additionally, a device is positioned over the nose and mouth to assess respiratory airflow. The environment is typically darkened to facilitate sleep, and the various parameters—heart rate, ventilation, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and airflow—are meticulously monitored and recorded throughout the night. After the completion of the study, particularly if conducted at home, the testing equipment is retrieved, and the recorded data is sent to the physician for analysis. The physician then interprets the data collected during the sleep study and provides a comprehensive written report detailing the findings and any potential diagnoses based on the results.