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title: Understanding AHI Sleep Apnea Scores | Resmed NZ
description: Learn how the apnea-hypopnea index score (AHI) indicates the severity of obstructive sleep apnea and helps doctors diagnose, treat and monitor the condition.
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# [Understanding AHI Sleep Apnea Scores | Resmed NZ](https://www.resmed.co.nz/blog/ahi-score-mean)

 Written by [Resmed](https://www.resmed.co.nz/blog/author/resmed) | May 22, 2026 5:26:39 AM

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