Sleep Studies (Polysomnography) for VA Claims: How to Get One and What It Proves

A sleep study, formally known as a polysomnogram for VA claims, plays a vital role in helping veterans prove service-related conditions like sleep apnea for

Central vs. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (and Complex): Does VA Rate Them Differently?

While many veterans are familiar with the term “sleep apnea,” fewer understand that it exists in different forms, most notably Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and

VA Sleep Apnea Rating Criteria (DC 6847) Explained with Examples

Sleep apnea is one of the most frequently claimed disabilities among veterans, often linked to long deployments, weight changes, or respiratory exposures, and traumatic injuries.

The Role of a Nexus Letter for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Claims

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a serious medical condition that affects nearly 12 percent of US adults, including many veterans. Establishing a service connection for

OSA Secondary to Sinusitis in VA Disability

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the intricate relationship between OSA and sinusitis in the context of VA disability claims. Leah

OSA and Fibromyalgia in Veterans Disability

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Fibromyalgia are both complex medical conditions that affect many individuals, particularly veterans. So let’s find out the relationship between OSA