Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Long Beach, CA

Long Beach has its own hospital-based hyperbaric resources, anchored by MemorialCare Health System. It’s also part of LA County, which means residents can access the much larger network of LA County wound care and hyperbaric programs when needed. The South Bay communities surrounding Long Beach — Torrance, Carson, Lakewood, Compton — add more options for patients in this part of the metro. For most clinical indications, Long Beach residents don’t need to travel to central or west LA to access care.

Finding HBOT Providers in Long Beach

MemorialCare Health System is the primary hospital network centered in Long Beach. Long Beach Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital with wound care capabilities. The MemorialCare network spans multiple communities in the South Bay and extends into the surrounding region.

Beyond MemorialCare, LA County’s health system is expansive. Hospital-affiliated wound care and hyperbaric programs exist throughout the South Bay, including facilities in Torrance and Carson. Long Beach residents are well-positioned geographically to access these programs without navigating the traffic that makes reaching West LA or Downtown LA difficult.

Long Beach also has a port and industrial presence that creates occupational injury patterns distinct from other parts of LA. Workers with wound complications from port or industrial settings may come to wound care programs with workers’ compensation coverage — those patients should confirm their carrier’s network requirements before choosing a facility.

Standalone wellness clinics are less concentrated in Long Beach than in West LA or Beverly Hills, but the broader LA County wellness market means some options exist within reasonable driving distance. For any wellness HBOT, ask about operating pressure — clinical HBOT runs at 2.0-3.0 ATA, wellness typically at 1.3-1.5 ATA.

The UHMS (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society) maintains a provider directory at uhms.org. Filter by zip code to find accredited facilities near you.

For a full list of questions to ask any provider before booking, see our guide to choosing a clinic.

Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Long Beach

Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient departments. These are federal rules — they apply in Long Beach the same as everywhere in the country.

California Medicaid (Medi-Cal) may cover HBOT for approved indications. Long Beach and LA County residents are enrolled in Medi-Cal managed care plans through LA County’s managed care program. Coverage varies by plan. Call the facility’s billing team before your first appointment to confirm your plan is accepted.

Commercial insurers in the LA area generally follow Medicare’s criteria. Prior authorization is required in virtually all cases. Get written authorization before starting treatment. If you’re choosing between a Long Beach facility and one elsewhere in LA County, check whether both are in-network with your specific plan — networks in LA can vary significantly by zip code.

Workers’ compensation coverage for HBOT depends on the injury and the carrier. Long Beach’s port and industrial economy means workers’ comp HBOT cases are not uncommon here. Confirm coverage with your adjuster before scheduling.

Off-label uses — including TBI, anti-aging, long COVID, and athletic recovery — aren’t covered by any insurer in Long Beach or elsewhere.

Read the full coverage details in our insurance guide or see our cost guide.

What to Expect at Your First Session

Sessions last 60-90 minutes at pressure. You’ll breathe 100% oxygen through a mask or hood while the chamber pressurizes to 2.0-3.0 ATA. The main sensation most patients notice is ear pressure during pressurization, similar to descending in an airplane. Staff will walk you through equalization techniques before your first session.

Long Beach traffic is lighter than central LA but can still be significant during peak hours, especially near the port area. Factor drive time into your facility choice if you’re scheduling sessions during business hours over multiple weeks.

Read the full first session guide before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Long Beach? MemorialCare Health System is the primary hospital network in Long Beach. LA County’s broader network of hospital wound care programs in the South Bay is also accessible. Search the UHMS directory at uhms.org by zip code. See our guide to choosing a clinic.

Does Medicare cover HBOT in Long Beach? Yes. Federal Medicare rules cover HBOT for 14 approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. See our insurance guide for details.

Do Long Beach residents need to travel to other parts of LA County for HBOT? Not necessarily. Long Beach has hospital-based hyperbaric resources through MemorialCare. The South Bay more broadly has additional programs. Search by zip code in the UHMS directory to compare what’s closest and in-network for your plan.

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Medical Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before pursuing any medical treatment.