Published price checked October 7, 2026

Inspire Therapy (Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation) Cost Guide

FDA-approved implantable device that stimulates the hypoglossal nerve to keep the airway open during sleep.

Published Oklahoma cash example

$9,150

The device implant is NOT included in this price.

Surgery Center of Oklahoma lists a procedure bundle for CPT 64582. The provider says surgeon, facility and anesthesia fees are included; its $250 consultation is separate. Confirm device, testing, programming and follow-up charges.

Observed October 7, 2026 · Provider's published price. Not a nationwide range or your insured out-of-pocket cost.

Dr. Blane Schilling, MD
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Blane Schilling, MD

Family Medicine and Integrative Wellness

What is Inspire Therapy (Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation)?

Inspire upper airway stimulation is an FDA-approved implantable device for selected adults with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot use or tolerate CPAP. In 2023, the FDA expanded its labeling: the upper baseline AHI limit rose from 65 to 100, while the upper BMI warning threshold rose from 32 to 40. BMI 40 is a warning threshold, not a categorical exclusion. A specialist must assess clinical criteria; insurer rules can be narrower. FDA approval supplement.

What is included in an Inspire quote?

A published cash price may cover only part of the treatment. Surgery Center of Oklahoma lists $9,150 for the implantation procedure, observed October 7, 2026, but explicitly excludes the device implant. The provider lists a $250 consultation separately. Ask for a written total covering the implant, surgeon, facility, anesthesia, testing, device programming and follow-up.

Insurance coverage and patient out-of-pocket costs vary. Request a written breakdown of billed charges, network status, prior authorization and patient responsibility. The published cash example is not a national average or an insured estimate.

Outcomes and eligibility

Individual response varies. Discuss expected benefits, alternatives and risks with a sleep-medicine specialist. The FDA's 2023 labeling expansion increased the upper baseline AHI limit to 100 and the BMI warning threshold to 40; payer criteria may be narrower.

Who is a Good Candidate?

Clinical screening: Ask a sleep-medicine specialist about CPAP history, AHI, airway anatomy and other device-label criteria. The FDA's 2023 label expansion does not guarantee individual eligibility or insurance coverage; check your plan's current rules.

Important Considerations

  • Requires drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) evaluation before surgery
  • Device requires periodic battery replacement (typically 10-11 years)
  • Activation occurs 1 month after implantation

Recovery & Downtime

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Full Recovery
Outpatient or 1 day
Hospital Stay
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Return to Work

Insurance Coverage

Insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs for Inspire vary. Request a written breakdown of billed amounts and your share, and confirm plan-specific prior authorization, network and device criteria. A cash quote is not a prediction of an insured patient's bill.

CPT Code(s): 64568

Quick Facts

Procedure Type Surgical
Anesthesia General
Procedure Time 1-3 hours
CPT Code 64568

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Inspire cost without insurance?

Surgery Center of Oklahoma publishes a $9,150 cash price for the implantation procedure (checked October 7, 2026), but it excludes the device implant. Its $250 consultation is separate. Request a complete current written total.

Is Inspire covered by insurance?

Coverage and patient out-of-pocket costs depend on your plan, medical circumstances, network and prior authorization. Ask your insurer and provider for a written estimate that includes the implant.

What is the success rate of Inspire?

Individual results vary by patient and study. Ask your sleep-medicine specialist about outcomes relevant to your own AHI, anatomy and treatment history rather than relying on a single success rate.

How long is recovery after Inspire?

Recovery and activation schedules vary. Ask your surgical team about wound care, time away from work and device programming for your case.