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August, 2008
Office News - Insurance Coverage

 Most insurance companies will cover a large percentage of the cost of oral appliance therapy if the therapy is performed by a properly trained and qualified dentist.

Dr. Rogers has the training and experience necessary to maximize your insurance benefits. Out of pocket expenses may vary depending upon your policy deductible and co-payment percentage.

Dr. Rogers is now in-network with Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UPMC Health Plan.

What about the oral appliances I see sold over the Internet and on TV? See FAQ's...

when to refer

The recently revised American Academy of Sleep Medicine Practice Parameters (link below) indicate that physicians may refer patients to an experienced sleep disorders dentist for oral appliance therapy as first-line treatment for primary snoring and for mild and moderate OSA. 

The ideal patients include those that are:

  • Less obese
  • Primary snoring
  • Mild and moderate OSA
  • Adequate dentition
  • Asymptomatic TMJ
  • Motivated
  • Failures of CPAP or surgery at any OSA severity

Oral Appliance Practice Parameters

Board Certification

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