Home Sleep Testing in Seattle & Bellevue
Fast, Comfortable Sleep Apnea Diagnosis from Home
Skip the overnight lab. At Washington Center for Sleep, we make it easy to get diagnosed with sleep apnea from the comfort of your own bed using a medical-grade home sleep test. It’s accurate, affordable, and often covered by insurance.
How Does a Home Sleep Test Work?
A home sleep test (HST) is a small device you wear while sleeping in your own bed. It records your breathing, oxygen levels, snoring, and sleep patterns — providing enough data for a board-certified sleep physician to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Here’s how it works:
Pick up the device from our office or have it shipped to you.
Wear it for one night — it's as simple as putting on a watch.
Get results in just a few days, reviewed by a sleep physician.
Start treatment — oral appliance therapy, NightLase, or other non-CPAP options.
No wires. No hospital beds. No waiting months for an in-lab study.
Why Choose a Home Sleep Test Instead of a Lab Study?
For most patients, a home sleep test is just as effective as a sleep lab — and much easier.
Here’s why people love it:
Comfort: Sleep in your own bed, not a hospital room.
Convenience: No long wait times or travel to a lab.
Cost-effective: Typically covered by insurance with lower out-of-pocket fees.
Quick Results: Diagnosis and treatment plan within a week.
We also offer follow-up testing to verify how well your treatment is working over time.
Who Qualifies for Home Sleep Testing?
You may be a candidate for a home sleep test if you:
Snore loudly or stop breathing at night (according to a bed partner)
Wake up tired, foggy, or with a dry mouth or sore throat
Fall asleep easily during the day
Have high blood pressure, diabetes, or other risk factors
Want to try an oral appliance or other CPAP alternatives
If you're unsure, our team will guide you through a short screening to see if you're eligible. If needed, we coordinate with board-certified sleep physicians for diagnosis and prescription.
What Happens After the Test?
Once your results are analyzed, we’ll contact you to explain everything in plain language. If you’re diagnosed with sleep apnea, you’ll get a personalized treatment plan.
Most of our patients begin oral appliance therapy shortly after their test. We’ll handle the entire process, including:
Submitting the results to your doctor (if referred)
Coordinating your appliance fitting
Working with your insurance to reduce costs
Providing follow-up care and adjustments
Get Started Today
You don’t have to wait for a lab study or suffer with CPAP. Take the first step with a simple home sleep test.
Home Sleep Testing – FAQs
1. Is home sleep testing as accurate as an in-lab study?
For most patients, yes. Modern home sleep tests are highly accurate for detecting obstructive sleep apnea, and they’re more convenient and affordable.
2. Do I need a referral to do a sleep test with you?
No referral needed. We provide direct access to home sleep apnea testing and coordinate with sleep physicians for interpretation and diagnosis.
3. What does the sleep test device look like?
It’s a small, wearable device — no wires or bulky headgear. You’ll sleep in your own bed while it records breathing, snoring, and oxygen levels.
4. How long does it take to get results?
Most patients receive results within 3–5 business days after testing.
5. Will insurance cover the test?
Yes — home sleep tests are typically covered by medical insurance, depending on your plan and symptoms.