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The economic impact of insomnia in managed care: a clearer picture emerges.
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2006
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Quality Of LifeWorkplace ProductivityEconomic ImpactManaged CarePublic HealthHealth Services ResearchHealth SciencesSleepResource UtilizationHealth PolicyHealth InsuranceInsomniaEconomic EvaluationSleep DeprivationNursingCare OrganizationsSleep DisorderHealth EconomicsClearer PictureHealth Care Cost
An important question for managed care organizations is whether insomnia is associated with increased consumption of healthcare resources. Even though a large number of adults complain of insomnia, few actually receive a diagnostic code for the condition. Consequently, it has been challenging to consistently measure both direct medical costs and indirect costs attributable to insomnia. Recent data have provided a clearer picture showing that insomnia is a costly medical condition. This paper summarizes current understanding of the prevalence of insomnia and explores its impact on health-related quality of life, workplace productivity, and healthcare resource utilization.