In a significant development for Veterans’ healthcare in the Baltimore area, Dr. Paul Miller, DDS, D-ABDSM, has received credentials to provide oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea to Veterans. This new service will be available at Quarterfield Dental Arts in Glen Burnie, Maryland, through Sleep Impressions and Millennium Sleep Lab, both subsidiaries of apZme, a leader in dental sleep medicine.
The credentialing of Dr. Miller addresses a critical need in Veterans’ healthcare, offering an alternative to traditional CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy for those suffering from sleep apnea. This non-invasive treatment option is particularly valuable for Veterans who find CPAP devices challenging to use or ineffective.
Sleep apnea, a condition characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, can significantly impact quality of life and overall health. By expanding access to oral appliance therapy, the VA is taking steps to ensure that Veterans have diverse treatment options tailored to their individual needs.
Dr. Miller, who has integrated sleep apnea treatment into his dental practice, expressed his commitment to serving Veterans: ‘I am honored to serve our nation’s Veterans by providing effective treatment options that enhance their quality of life. As a Sleep Impressions provider for the VA, I can now help Veterans manage sleep apnea with a comfortable and effective alternative to CPAP therapy.’
The collaboration between apZme, Sleep Impressions, Millennium Sleep Lab, and the VA represents a significant step forward in addressing the growing demand for alternative sleep apnea treatments among Veterans. This partnership ensures that Veterans in the greater Baltimore region can access oral appliance therapy as a covered benefit, potentially improving their sleep health and overall well-being.
Rani Ben-David, CEO and Founder of apZme, highlighted the importance of this development: ‘apZme continues to lead the dental sleep industry and expand our reach to Veterans through this partnership. By adding exceptional clinicians like Dr. Miller to our VA provider network, we are ensuring that Veterans all over the United States receive the highest quality care to improve their sleep health by providing cutting-edge, effective treatments for sleep apnea.’
The inclusion of Dr. Miller in the Community Care Network is part of a broader effort to improve Veterans’ access to specialized healthcare services. Sleep Impressions and Millennium Sleep Lab, with over 20 years of experience in dental sleep medicine, bring valuable expertise to this initiative. Their status as National Community Care Providers for the VA ensures that Veterans can receive high-quality care from experienced professionals.
This development is particularly significant given the prevalence of sleep apnea among Veterans. The condition, which can be exacerbated by factors such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other service-related health issues, affects a substantial portion of the Veteran population. By offering oral appliance therapy as an alternative to CPAP, the VA is addressing the diverse needs of Veterans and potentially increasing treatment adherence rates.
For Veterans in the Baltimore area struggling with sleep apnea, this new service offers hope for improved sleep quality and overall health. Oral appliance therapy, which typically involves a custom-fitted mouthpiece that repositions the jaw to keep airways open during sleep, can be a more comfortable and convenient option for many patients.
As the VA continues to expand its network of community providers, partnerships like this one with Dr. Miller and apZme play a crucial role in ensuring comprehensive healthcare for Veterans. By leveraging the expertise of dental sleep medicine specialists, the VA is taking a proactive approach to addressing sleep-related health issues among Veterans.
Veterans interested in exploring oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea can now access this treatment through Dr. Miller’s practice, with the assurance that it is covered as part of their VA benefits. This expansion of services represents a significant step forward in Veterans’ healthcare, offering new possibilities for those seeking effective sleep apnea treatment.
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