Sleep Apnea Diagnosis in Bellevue, WA—Washington Center for Sleep
Accurate testing and expert guidance to help patients achieve healthier sleep and long-term health.
Understanding Sleep Apnea Diagnosis
How our Bellevue sleep center supports better sleep and breathing.
Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders affecting adults and children. This condition causes breathing to repeatedly slow or stop during sleep, interrupting oxygen flow to the brain and breaking the natural sleep cycle throughout the night. When left untreated, sleep apnea can contribute to serious health issues such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and reduced overall health and well-being.
At Washington Center for Sleep, we provide sleep apnea diagnosis in Bellevue using a personalized, medically guided approach rooted in modern sleep medicine. Dr. Koogler and our dedicated team evaluate obstructive sleep apnea, central apnea, and complex apnea using clinically proven sleep study options, including home sleep testing and in-lab sleep studies when appropriate.
Each sleep study monitors breathing patterns, oxygen levels, snoring activity, apnea events, and how sleep affects the airway during the night. By understanding how sleep functions for each person, we identify the underlying causes of insomnia, excessive waking, loud snoring, and poor sleep quality. Early diagnosis is the first step toward better sleep and improved quality of life for patients throughout Bellevue, WA, and King County.
Benefits of Sleep Apnea Diagnosis in Bellevue
Why identifying apnea early can improve your life.
Better Sleep Quality
A clear diagnosis allows our team to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on restoring a better night’s sleep. Addressing disrupted breathing and apnea events help patients sleep longer, wake refreshed, and experience more restful sleep night after night.
Reduced Health Risks
Untreated sleep apnea places strain on the heart and brain and is closely linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and other serious conditions. Early treatment helps reduce long-term health risks and supports overall health.
Relief From Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
Common symptoms include fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, and frequent headaches. Treating sleep disorders improves alertness, mood, and daily function, helping patients feel like themselves again.
Custom Treatment Options
Following diagnosis, we offer comprehensive treatments tailored to each patient. Options may include CPAP therapy using a CPAP machine, oral appliance therapy, Doneskey’s oral appliance, lifestyle changes, or follow-up sleep study monitoring. These solutions help stabilize the airway, reduce snoring, and support consistent breathing during sleep.
Who Should Get a Sleep Apnea Diagnosis
Recognizing warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored.
Sleep apnea affects people of all ages, including adults and children. You may benefit from a sleep study if you experience loud snoring, pauses in breathing at night, frequent waking, insomnia, or if a partner notices abnormal breathing patterns. Additional symptoms may include morning headaches, daytime fatigue, irritability, and difficulty staying asleep.
Our Bellevue location team reviews symptoms, medical history, and risk factors to determine whether home sleep testing or in-lab sleep studies are the best next step. Early diagnosis helps prevent symptoms from getting worse and supports healthy communication between the brain and airway.
Common symptoms include:
Loud snoring
Pauses in breathing
Excessive daytime sleepiness
Insomnia or restless nights
Difficulty staying asleep
Morning headaches
Poor sleep quality
Schedule an appointment to discuss your symptoms and explore treatment options designed to support better sleep and long-term health.
Sleep Apnea Diagnosis Costs
Clear pricing and insurance guidance for Bellevue patients.
We accept many major medical insurance plans, including Medicare, and our team will confirm your coverage before any treatment—so you’ll never face unexpected costs.
For services not covered by insurance, like NightLase, we provide clear pricing and flexible payment options.
Questions about coverage? Call us at 425-209-0700 or submit your info through the link below, and we’ll get in touch.
How You Get Diagnosed at Our Sleep Center
A simple, patient-friendly process.
Step 1: Schedule an Appointment
Call or book online to meet with Dr. Koogler. During your appointment, we review symptoms, sleep habits, and medical history to determine the best diagnostic approach.
Step 2: Complete a Sleep Study
Patients complete a sleep study using home sleep testing or in-lab sleep studies at our Bellevue, WA, or Seattle office. Testing monitors breathing, apnea events, oxygen levels, snoring, and nighttime waking.
Step 3: Receive a Personalized Treatment Plan
Dr. Koogler reviews results and recommends appropriate treatment options, which may include CPAP therapy, oral appliance use, therapy adjustments, or lifestyle changes. The goal is effective treatment that improves sleep, breathing, and quality of life.
Why Choose Washington Center for Sleep?
Our Unique Qualities
Specialized in Dental Sleep Medicine
Simple, Comfortable Home Testing
Proven CPAP Alternatives
Patient-Centered Care
Medically Integrated Approach
Convenient Locations in Seattle & Bellevue
Dr. Koogler
Dr. Koogler, a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, treats sleep apnea and snoring with non-CPAP solutions like oral appliances. He pursues ongoing education, collaborates with sleep physicians, and advocates for dentists’ role in improving sleep care and patients’ quality of life.
Sleep Apnea Diagnosis – Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need a referral to get tested for sleep apnea?
No referral is required. Patients can schedule directly, and we coordinate with board-certified sleep specialists to interpret results.
2. How do I know if testing is right for me?
If you experience loud snoring, insomnia, high blood pressure, frequent headaches, or excessive fatigue, testing may provide helpful answers.
3. Is a home sleep test accurate?
Yes. For most people, home sleep testing is highly accurate for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea and related apnea conditions.
4. How long does it take to get results?
Results are typically available within 3–5 business days.
Take the First Step Toward Better Sleep
If sleep apnea symptoms are affecting your sleep, health, or daily life, the first step is an appointment with a dedicated team you can trust. At Washington Center for Sleep, we help Bellevue patients get answers, receive a clear diagnosis, and begin effective treatment—so you can sleep better, wake refreshed, and enjoy life again.