Smarter Follow-Up could boost CPAP use and cut costs

NCT ID NCT04559737

Terminated Disease control Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two approaches to help people with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea stay on CPAP therapy. One group receives usual care, where patients reach out if they have trouble. The other group adds active monitoring and extra support only for those who struggle, while successful users are left alone. The goal is to see which method improves CPAP adherence and is more cost-effective over one year.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: case management (population management platform with management by exception follow-up)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could improve CPAP adherence and reduce healthcare costs by focusing resources on patients who need help most.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study comparing care models, not testing a new treatment. Results may not apply to other healthcare systems or patient populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome Patient Participation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA (OSA)

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Locations

Kaiser Permanente Sleep Center

Fontana, California, 92335, United States

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