MSLT Sleep Study
A MSLT is a procedure which involves taking a series of 20 minute daytime naps about 90 minutes apart in comfortable surroundings at our accredited Sleep Center in Morehead. During the study, you will have several types of sensors attached to you. These sensors allow us to monitor your sleep and respiratory functions so we can diagnose multiple types of sleep disorders. A technologist (tech) will monitor your sleep and be there to assist you throughout the day.
What should I bring?
- Your health insurance card and a form of identification (driver’s license or state ID card)
- Prescription and non‐prescription medications in their original bottle or packaging (you will need to administer all of your medications yourself)
- Any items necessary to ensure the integrity of your medications (cooler, sharps container, etc)
- Something comfortable to sleep in (nothing too form-fitting)
- Change of clothes
- A book, tablet or laptop to occupy you while you are awake
- Special pillows, blankets, fans, toiletries, hair dryers, or snacks that you wish to have
Please do not bring any heating pads or electric blankets as these interfere with our sensitive recording equipment.
What to expect
Upon arrival, please wait in your car and call 606-783-6941 to check in. Our staff will greet you at the door, give you a brief tour of the facility and show you to your room.
While in your room, the tech will explain any paperwork you need to fill out, orient you to the room and go over what to expect during the study.
Once in your sleepwear, the tech will place the sensors and explain the type of study that will be performed.
When it’s time to go to sleep, you will be asked by your tech to turn off any cell phones, pagers, computers, tablets and/or other electronic devices you may have with you. Any emergent calls can be placed to the Sleep Center at 606-783-6941 and the tech will relay the message to you.
Sleep Center & room amenities
Your typical room at the Sleep Center will consist of a plush full size bed as well as a spacious and private bathroom. In addition, the room is equipped with wireless internet (WiFi) access, cable TV and additional seating.
If you currently use any of the things listed below, reside in a skilled nursing facility or have any other special needs, please notify the Sleep Health Center prior to your appointment:
- Wheelchair
- Oxygen
- Special/adjustable bed
- Lift assistance
What do I need to do?
Stimulants, stimulant-like medications and REM-suppressing medications are to be stopped 2 weeks prior to the MSLT.
Prior to your sleep study:
- You will be called no later than the morning of your sleep study to confirm your appointment and to answer any remaining questions you may have.
- Notify the sleep center if you have any specific needs as soon as possible.
- Please call us if you have recently developed a new fever, new rash, respiratory symptoms or have been recently diagnosed with flu, covid, RSV, tuberculosis, measles, shingles, rhinovirus (common cold), norovirus, or C. diff as we may need to reschedule your appointment.
- If you need to cancel your sleep study, please call two business days prior to your test date to do so.
On the day of your study:
- Wash and dry your hair and face before the study. Remove any dark-colored nail polish.
- Please do not use any gel, mousse, hairspray or body lotions before your test.
Canceling your appointment
If you need to cancel your appointment, please call the Sleep Center as soon as possible so that someone else may take your place. For your study, we have assigned a highly trained technologist to be present for a total of 12 hours. It is very costly to our organization if we have to send this person home. In addition, there are a number of individuals who have severe sleep disorders and could use this spot if you are unable to attend.
Billing & insurance questions
In addition to the facility charge for the sleep test, there will be an additional bill from the physician that interprets/reviews your sleep test.
If you have questions regarding insurance, billing, and/or possible co‐payments related to your sleep testing appointment, please contact your insurance company directly. Your insurance company has the most accurate information concerning your benefits for this procedure.
Next steps
You will be ready to leave at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Your sleep technologist will not be able to discuss detailed information in regards to your sleep study. Your study must be interpreted by a Board Certified Sleep Specialist (physician) before the final results are available. To obtain your results, you must contact your referring medical provider.
Contact us
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Sleep Center at 606-783-6866 and select option 2. Our regular business hours are Monday‐Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.