Ideally, we try to capture approximately six hours of recorded time in bed to assure a sufficent amount of data for analysis by the sleep disorders physicians. To make an accurate diagnosis, we need to analysis at least 2 hours of recorded sleep.

You will have your own private bedroom that contains a queen size bed. A technician, in a seperate control room will be monitoring your sleep throughout the night.

This is a medical proceedure so it is not recommended that a family member/friend stay with you the entire night but we can accomodate someone to stay in the recliner in the room or an extra room. Please inform the scheduling department so that accomodations can be made. 

Most patients choose to wear a tee shirt and pajama bottoms or shorts. Silky nightwear is not recommended because there can be too much static electricity build up with silk. We require patients wear a top and bottom to sleep in.

Unless your physician has specifically instructed you otherwise, you should continue to take your normal medications before bedtime. Please do list your medications on the pre-sleep questionaire the technologist gives you.

Your freedom of movement throughout the night will be largely unrestricted. As long as you are mindful of the sensors and move with care, there is no reason why you can't sleep in the position you find most comfortable. The technologist may ask you to roll to your side or on your back at some point, so that your sleep may be studied in all positions. Most of our patients experience either a minor change or improvement in their sleep quality.

The technologist recording your study will be in the lab area throughout the night. A camera will monitor you and your voice will be audible via intercom system for the duration of your study. Simply call the technologist, who will assist you in getting up and walking to the washroom. If you prefer not to walk to the washroom, urinals are always available

Yes, insurances will cover a sleep study. Some may require a deductible or copay. We accept most insurances. We will verify insurance and obtain prior authorizations before your scheduled sleep study. We can assist you with any questions.

No. The technologist's job is to record the most accurate information possible and to make you feel comfortable throughout the night. The overnight part of the study is really just the beginning. Following the study, a thorough analysis and interpretation will be made by a qualified sleep disorders physician, along with recommendations for future therapy, if indicated. The results of your study will be sent to your referring physician within 1 working business day after your study.

Please contact our trained office staff that are available between 9:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday at (727) 807-6969  or email admin@thegoodshepherdsleepcenter.com to answer all your questions.