Assessing the Adequacy of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnosis for High-Risk Patients in Primary Care.

Introduction: The exact prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is unknown, and primary care providers are left with conflicting guidance on screening criteria from various institutions. The purpose of this study was to identify health care gaps in OSA diagnosis for patients at high risk of OSA.

Methods: A retrospective medical record review was performed assessing adult patients (≥ 18 years) who had outpatient visits in family medicine clinics, located in the cities of Detroit, Troy, and Commerce, Michigan in 2018.