Overnight oximetry testing has long been a cornerstone in qualifying patients for supplemental oxygen and monitoring treatment for sleep-related breathing disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). For durable medical equipment (DME) and home medical equipment (HME) providers, however, the process has historically consisted of time-consuming logistical and administrative workflows including manual uploads of device data, delayed access to test results and frequent retests.
At the same time, demand for efficient, home-based testing is surging. More than 1.5 million Americans currently require supplemental oxygen1 and millions more live with undiagnosed or untreated sleep-related breathing disorders such OSA2. Clinicians and providers need solutions that streamline workflows, improve access to accurate data and help accelerate treatment decisions.
The Roadblocks to Efficient Overnight Oximetry
Traditional overnight oximetry workflows create unnecessary barriers to care. Devices must be shipped or delivered to patients, data retrieved and uploaded manually via USB, and results shared with the treating physician through time-consuming processes. If a test is incomplete due to poor probe placement, motion artifacts, user error or insufficient sleep time, the entire process repeats—costing providers valuable time and delaying patient care.
For DME and HME providers, this translates into:
- Operational inefficiencies from device distribution and manual data handling
- Added costs from retests and non-reimbursed staff labor to support retests
- Delayed care that impacts both oxygen therapy qualification and sleep therapy adjustments
The Need for Connected, Patient-Centered Solutions
As health care moves toward value-based models, the role of connected care has never been more important. In overnight oximetry and sleep-related breathing disorder management, access to remote data enables:
- Faster qualification for supplemental oxygen
- Earlier detection of sleep-related breathing issues
- Ongoing monitoring of treatment effectiveness for therapies such as CPAP or oral appliances
Providers who can deliver efficient, reliable testing not only reduce operational costs but also strengthen clinical referral relationships and improve patient satisfaction.
Nonin Health: A Platform Built for Better Workflows
Recognizing these challenges, Nonin Medical—an industry leader in accurate, dependable pulse oximetry—has introduced Nonin Health, a purpose-built, cloud-based software platform for overnight oximetry testing.
The platform brings together Nonin Medical’s WristOx2 Model 3150 pulse oximeter, with a patient-friendly mobile app and secure online web-based portal. Together, they simplify the overnight oximetry process through:
- Remote access to results: Providers receive test data immediately after completion of the test, which shortens turnaround times helping clinicians start treatment sooner.
- Streamlined workflows: Secure, cloud-based software eliminates manual uploads of data, reducing administrative time. Errors are caught earlier helping identify incomplete or invalid test results before devices are returned.
- Device inventory control: Providers can track devices, reducing losses and helping ensure accuracy in patient assignments.
- Patient-centered accuracy: Accurate SpO2 and pulse rate readings help support confident clinical decisions. Built for patient comfort and real-world usability, Nonin Medical’s WristOx2 helps ensure accurate results across a wide range of conditions3.
Impact Across Oxygen Therapy and Sleep Care
The benefits extend beyond oxygen therapy qualification. For sleep specialists and homecare providers, the Nonin Health platform supports pre-screenings for sleep-related breathing disorders and monitoring treatment effectiveness. By consolidating workflows and centralizing access to oximetry data, the platform enables faster clinical decisions across multiple points of care. The future of overnight oximetry lies in solutions that reduce inefficiencies while expanding clinical value.
With its combination of trusted hardware and innovative cloud technology, the Nonin Health platform sets a new standard in overnight oximetry testing for respiratory and sleep care—helping to lessen administrative burden, reduce delays and support better patient management.
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1 Jacobs SS, Lederer DJ, Garvey CM, et al. Optimizing Home Oxygen Therapy. An Official American Thoracic Society Workshop Report. Ann Am Thora Soc. 2018;15(12):1369-1381. doi:10.1513/AnnalsATS.201809-627WS
2 American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) National Indicator Report. Sleep Education – American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Published April 4, 2023. https://sleepeducation.org/get-involved/count-on-sleep/public-health/national-indicator-report/
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The Nonin Health® platform is an adjunct system requiring interpretation of the results by a medical professional. It does not suggest a course of treatment or generate a diagnosis
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