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Regence

Regence publishes coverage policies for 1 of the 4 sleep apnea treatments we track. Each is linked to its source document below.

By treatment

CPAP and PAP therapy

Not published
Prior authorization Not published
Initial qualification Not published
Continued coverage Not published
Utilization management Not published

We searched Regence's published policy library and did not find a policy covering this treatment. That does not mean it isn't covered — it means there is nothing published for a member to read. Where we looked →

Oral appliance therapy

Not published
Prior authorization Not published
Initial qualification Not published
Continued coverage Not published
Utilization management Not published

We searched Regence's published policy library and did not find a policy covering this treatment. That does not mean it isn't covered — it means there is nothing published for a member to read. Where we looked →

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation

Policy published
Prior authorization Not researched
Initial qualification Not researched
Continued coverage Not researched
Utilization management Required

Policy number — SUR215

Effective — 2026-04-01

Published utilization-management detail

  • PAP failure or a clinical determination that the member is not an appropriate PAP candidate

Read the policy document →

Tirzepatide (Zepbound) for OSA

Not published
Prior authorization Not published
Initial qualification Not published
Continued coverage Not published
Utilization management Not published

We searched Regence's published policy library and did not find a policy covering this treatment. That does not mean it isn't covered — it means there is nothing published for a member to read. Where we looked →

Last verified 2026-08-15. We record structured facts and link the source; we do not reproduce policy text. The document itself governs.

If you're denied

Regence publishes its own appeal instructions. Start there, and note the deadline on your denial letter.

Regence appeals process

How to appeal a sleep apnea denial →

Your specific plan may differ from Regence's general policy, particularly if your coverage is through an employer. Policies are revised without notice. Nothing here is a guarantee of coverage or a substitute for confirming with your plan.