Dr. Charles Champion of Champion Dentistry in Philadelphia has been officially credentialed to provide oral appliance therapy for veterans suffering from sleep apnea, marking a significant advancement in non-invasive sleep disorder treatment. Through partnerships with Sleep Impressions and Millennium Sleep Lab, both companies under the apZme network, Dr. Champion can now offer veterans in the Philadelphia area an alternative treatment for sleep apnea. These organizations serve as National Community Care Providers for the Veterans Administration (VA).
Veterans who struggle with traditional Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) devices can now access oral appliance therapy as a covered benefit. This treatment option provides a more comfortable approach to managing sleep apnea, addressing the challenges many patients face with standard CPAP equipment. The collaboration between Dr. Champion, apZme, Sleep Impressions, Millennium Sleep Lab, and the VA represents a comprehensive effort to expand treatment options for veterans experiencing sleep-disordered breathing.
With over 20 years of experience in dental sleep medicine, these organizations are committed to improving patient health and quality of life. Dr. Champion expressed his commitment to veteran care, stating, "It's an honor and privilege to serve our veterans. As a community care provider, we can help veterans manage sleep apnea with comfortable and effective alternatives to CPAP." Millennium Sleep Lab, which is accredited by the Joint Commission and fully HIPAA compliant, brings additional credibility to this treatment approach.
The organization accepts most private insurance, ensuring accessible and reliable treatment pathways for veterans. This development highlights the evolving landscape of sleep disorder treatment, demonstrating how specialized dental practices can play a crucial role in addressing complex health challenges for veterans. The credentialing process enables veterans to receive covered benefits for oral appliance therapy, potentially improving treatment adherence and outcomes compared to traditional CPAP devices that many patients find uncomfortable or difficult to use consistently.
The partnership structure through the VA's community care network represents a model for expanding specialized medical services to veteran populations nationwide. By integrating dental sleep medicine into veteran healthcare options, this initiative addresses a critical gap in sleep apnea management, particularly for patients who cannot tolerate standard CPAP therapy. The involvement of accredited organizations like Millennium Sleep Lab ensures that veterans receive care meeting rigorous healthcare standards while maintaining privacy protections through HIPAA compliance.
