Sleep Apnea & Disability Benefits | Chandler ENT Specialists
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that interrupts breathing during sleep, causing loud snoring, gasping, and chronic daytime fatigue. Untreated sleep apnea can increase the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and diabetes—and may impact your ability to work.
Symptoms & Types
- Loud snoring, gasping, or pauses in breathing
- Excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue
- Insomnia and concentration problems
Sleep apnea includes obstructive (OSA), caused by airway blockages, central (CSA), from disrupted brain signals, or complex, a combination of both.
Causes & Treatments
Risk factors include obesity, large neck size, smoking, alcohol, sedatives, and nasal congestion. Treatment options may include:
- Lifestyle changes: weight loss, quitting smoking
- CPAP or BiPAP devices
- Advanced therapies like Inspire hypoglossal nerve stimulation
- Corrective surgeries for airway obstruction
Social Security Disability & Sleep Apnea
Severe sleep apnea can qualify for Social Security disability (SSD) if it prevents work and meets medical criteria. SSD benefits may include monthly cash, Medicare coverage, and access to medical care. Conditions like chronic pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, and cognitive impairments linked to sleep apnea may support SSD claims.
Expert Sleep Apnea Care in Chandler
Enticare, an experienced ENT clinic located in Chandler, provides comprehensive sleep apnea evaluation and treatment. Our specialists offer sleep studies, CPAP alternatives, Inspire therapy, and corrective surgeries to help you breathe easier and improve your quality of life.
Schedule an appointment with Enticare today to diagnose and manage your sleep apnea and explore SSD eligibility.