Sleep Clinic FAQ

You can either call the Sleep Clinic or message your Sleep Technician or Respiratory Therapist through KP.org

• Vallejo Sleep Clinic (707) 651-2320
• Vacaville Sleep Clinic (707) 624-2717

The Napa Solano Sleep Clinic offers the following services.

Diagnostic Sleep Testing

• WatchPAT Study – involves a take home device used to diagnose Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
• NOX-T3 Study – involves a take home device with respiratory belts, nasal cannula, and oximeter used to diagnose OSA and central apnea for pediatrics and adults.

Treatment 

• CPAP and mask fitting class – covers the use of a take home auto titration device that is used for 1 week to determine optimal pressure.

Follow-up

• Follow-up study – one on one appointments with a Respiratory Therapist or Sleep Technician.

All initial Sleep Clinic evaluations require a referral from a physician. Follow up appointments can be scheduled by calling the Sleep Clinic or contacting your Sleep Technician or Respiratory Therapist through KP.org.

• Vallejo Sleep Clinic (707) 651-2320
• Vacaville Sleep Clinic (707) 624-2717

To order replacement masks and accessories for your CPAP device you will need to call the Apria Health Care/ Kaiser Permanente CPAP Refill Line at (DME) 1-888-452-4363*. All orders must be made through the refill line, CPAP masks or accessories cannot be replaced from the Sleep Clinic

A different mask requires a Mask Fit appointment with a Sleep Technician or Respiratory Therapist in the Sleep Clinic. Please Contact the Sleep Clinic to schedule an appointment.

• Vacaville Sleep Clinic (707) 624-2717
• Vallejo Sleep Clinic (707) 651-2320

*For members without DME coverage please do not call the DME department. You will need to request a written prescription from the Sleep Clinic to self-purchase equipment.  This may require an office visit if you have not been seen in the past year. See FAQ “My current Kaiser coverage does not cover CPAP or CPAP related accessories. How do I purchase a CPAP or supplies?”

Replacement schedule for CPAP masks and related accessories

• Nasal or full face mask cushion: 1 per month.  Entire mask every 6 months
• Nasal pillow mask: 2 pillows monthly, frame every 3 months.  Entire mask every 6 month
• Headgear: every 6 months
• Tubing: every 3 months
• Paper filters: 2 every month
• Humidifier water chamber: 1 every 6 months
• Chin strap: 1 every 6 months

It can typically takes 14 working days to receive your supplies. If you would like to confirm the delivery date please call Apria at 1-888-452-4363

Below is a list of resources and information pertaining to sleep apnea as well as some of the options available for purchasing a CPAP device.  Please refer to this important guide for your journey to a better sleep. CPAP Resource Guide

The information collected during your sleep study or the information gathered while using a CPAP unit are looked at by a Sleep Specialist and the results are sent to your physicians. If you would like a copy of your test results, you can contact or visit the Medical Secretaries Department to file a request.

Vallejo (707) 651-2359
Vacaville (707) 624-2717

Typically this requires an appointment with one of our Sleep Clinic staff members. Depending on the CPAP device we may be able to obtain the data via the cloud. Please contact the Sleep Clinic Medical Assistant or message your Sleep Technician via KP.org at least one week before your documents are due

• Vallejo Sleep Clinic (707) 651-2320
• Vacaville Sleep Clinic (707) 624-2717

The equipment you use for treating your sleep apnea should be cleaned on a regular basis. Resmed has cleaning information on their website “Caring for your equipment.”

Poor fit resulting in leakage is the most common reason for noise coming from your CPAP mask.  Masks require a good seal to work properly, and you may need to adjust the fitting over time. Here are some of the main causes of mask leakage:

• Too loose
• Too tight
• Wrong size
• Old mask that needs replacement

A heated humidifier may resolve episodes of congestion, dry mouth or bloody nose. If you already have a heated humidifier you may need to adjust the settings. Please refer to the instruction book for information regarding humidifier settings and care. If you continue to experience dry mouth you may need a full face mask which covers both your nose and mouth. Please contact the Sleep Clinic for a mask fitting appointment or to order a humidifier.