Question:
How is hypopnea defined in terms of Nationally Covered Indications (NCI)?
Answer:
Hypopnea is defined as an abnormal respiratory event lasting at least 10 seconds with at least a 30% reduction in thoracoabdominal movement or airflow as compared to baseline and with at least a 4% oxygen desaturation.
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