The apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) counts breathing pauses per hour; mild is 5–14, moderate 15–29, and severe 30 or more

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The apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) counts breathing pauses per hour; mild is 5–14, moderate 15–29, and severe 30 or more, guiding treatment decisions and insurance coverage.