How much does sleep apnea surgery cost?

Sleep apnea surgery costs range from $2,000 to $100,000 depending on the procedure. UPPP costs $5,000-$15,000, Inspire therapy costs $30,000-$65,000, and MMA surgery costs $40,000-$100,000. Most procedures are covered by insurance with prior authorization.

Is sleep apnea surgery covered by insurance?

Most sleep apnea surgeries are covered by insurance when medically necessary. Insurance typically requires documented CPAP failure and a diagnosis of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. Prior authorization is usually required.

What is the success rate of sleep apnea surgery?

Success rates vary by procedure. MMA surgery has the highest success rate at 85-95%, followed by Inspire at 66-75%, and UPPP at 40-60%. Success is typically defined as a 50% reduction in AHI with a final AHI below 20.

What is Inspire therapy for sleep apnea?

Inspire is an FDA-approved implantable device that stimulates the hypoglossal nerve to keep the airway open during sleep. It's designed for patients with moderate to severe OSA who cannot tolerate CPAP. The device costs $30,000-$65,000 and has a 66-75% success rate.

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UPPP $5,000 - $15,000

Inspire Therapy $30,000 - $65,000

MMA Surgery $40,000 - $100,000

Septoplasty $3,000 - $10,000

Most procedures covered by insurance with prior authorization

Sleep Apnea Surgery Procedures

Compare success rates, costs, and recovery times for the most common sleep apnea surgeries

UPPP

Most Common

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty - removal of excess throat tissue to widen the airway.

Cost Range $5,000 - $15,000

Success Rate 40-60%

Recovery 2-4 weeks

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Newest Technology

Inspire Therapy

Implantable device that stimulates the hypoglossal nerve to keep airways open.

Cost Range $30,000 - $65,000

Success Rate 66-75%

Recovery 1-2 weeks

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MMA Surgery

Highest Success

Maxillomandibular advancement - jaw surgery to enlarge the airway.

Cost Range $40,000 - $100,000

Success Rate 85-95%

Recovery 4-6 weeks

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Septoplasty

Nasal

Correction of deviated septum to improve nasal airflow.

Cost Range $3,000 - $10,000

Success Rate 70-90%

Recovery 1-2 weeks

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Turbinate Reduction

Nasal

Reduction of nasal turbinates to improve airflow.

Cost Range $2,000 - $5,000

Success Rate 70-85%

Recovery 1 week

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Tonsillectomy

Pediatric #1

Surgical removal of tonsils, first-line treatment for children.

Cost Range $3,000 - $8,000

Success Rate 75-82%

Recovery 1-2 weeks

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Top Sleep Surgery Centers

Leading academic medical centers and specialized practices for sleep apnea surgery

Stanford Sleep Surgery Center

Redwood City, California

Inspire Certified Academic Center

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Cleveland Clinic Sleep Disorders

Cleveland, Ohio

Inspire Certified AASM Accredited

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Mayo Clinic Sleep Surgery

Rochester, Minnesota

Inspire Certified Top Ranked

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Penn Sleep Center

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Inspire Certified Research Leader

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UCLA Sleep Disorders Center

Los Angeles, California

Inspire Certified 50+ Years

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Mount Sinai Sleep Surgery

New York, New York

Inspire Certified Robotic Surgery

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Dr. Igor I. Bussel is a board-certified physician affiliated with the University of California, Irvine (UCI), the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, and the UCI School of Medicine. All content on SleepApneaMatch.com is medically reviewed for accuracy.

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