After 2 sleep studies, my husband was diagnosed with moderate obstructive sleep apnea. is it standard for a physician to prescribe cpap without talking with the patient?

Yes (unfortunately): If your husband is uncomfortable with this and has questions, it would be reasonable for you to ask to schedule an appointment to discuss. Perhaps your questions could be answered by a nurse, respiratory technician or another health care provider. I hope your husband feels better.

Wouldn't think so: The sleep studies might provide all the info for the diagnosis and recommended treatment, but it is expected that the md would examine the patient, and assess the existing presenting conditions and anatomy. A baseline is then established, as well as a pt - doctor relationship. I would think this is unusual.

CPAP-gold standard: The CPAP is the gold standard for treating sleep apnea-there are also appliances that can be made for those who can't wear a CPAP especially for mild to moderate cases.

Not best policy: It really is best that the prescribing dr. interacts and explains you the treatment that they recommend.

Informed Consent: is a dialogue about a proposed medical treatment's nature, consequences, harms, benefits, risks, and alternatives, including the option of no treatment. And CPAP machines are no exception. Take care.

Uncommon: It would be appropriate for the sleep specialist who conducted the sleep studies to discuss treatment options including CPAP with the patient.