Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Evansville, IN
Find HBOT providers in Evansville, Indiana. Ascension St. Vincent, Deaconess Health, tri-state coverage, and insurance guidance for southern Indiana patients.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Evansville, IN
Evansville is southern Indiana’s largest city and sits at the point where Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois meet. That tri-state geography means Evansville’s hospitals serve a wider regional population than the city’s size alone suggests. Patients from Henderson, Kentucky, and the Illinois border communities often come here for specialty care.
Finding HBOT Providers in Evansville
Ascension St. Vincent Evansville is one of the two major health systems in the city. The St. Vincent campus has operated in Evansville for many decades and includes surgical and wound care services. Ascension is a national Catholic health network, which means the Evansville facility has access to clinical resources from across the broader system.
Deaconess Health System is the other major player. Deaconess is locally based and operates multiple hospital campuses in the Evansville area, including Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Deaconess has a strong wound care reputation in the region.
HBOT program availability changes. A wound care program may have an active hyperbaric unit today and not tomorrow — or vice versa. The UHMS provider search at uhms.org lists currently accredited facilities. Call the wound care department at each facility you find to confirm they’re taking new patients for HBOT.
Our guide to choosing an HBOT clinic has the questions to ask before you book.
Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Evansville
The same federal rules that govern HBOT coverage everywhere in the country apply in Evansville.
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Evansville’s major hospital campuses qualify as outpatient settings. Your cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare sets its own reimbursement rates, which change each year. Get a current estimate from the facility’s billing team before you start treatment.
Indiana Medicaid (Healthy Indiana Plan) may cover HBOT for FDA-approved conditions. Coverage depends on your specific managed care plan and the facility’s network participation. Prior authorization is typical. Ask the billing department to confirm before scheduling.
Tri-state patients: if your insurance is based in Kentucky or Illinois, your Evansville facility may or may not be in network. Call your insurer and the facility billing team before assuming coverage.
Off-label HBOT uses — TBI, anti-aging, autism, athletic recovery — are not covered by any insurance plan, including Medicare, Medicaid, or commercial plans.
Full guides: Does Insurance Cover HBOT? and How Much Does HBOT Cost?
What to Expect at Your First Session
Treatment at a hospital-based HBOT program in Evansville starts with a physician evaluation. Your doctor reviews your condition, your medications, and whether there are any contraindications. Things like untreated pneumothorax, certain chemotherapy agents, and chronic sinus problems may affect eligibility.
Each session runs roughly 90 minutes to two hours from start to finish. You’ll be in the chamber for most of that time, breathing 100% oxygen at elevated pressure. Staff are nearby and can communicate with you throughout the session. Most treatment plans call for daily sessions on weekdays over several consecutive weeks.
Read our full first HBOT session guide before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Evansville?
Evansville’s two main health systems are Ascension St. Vincent Evansville and Deaconess Health System. Both have hospital campuses with wound care programs that may include HBOT. Use the UHMS provider search at uhms.org to find accredited facilities and call to confirm current program availability.
Does Medicare cover HBOT in Evansville, Indiana?
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Federal rules apply equally in Evansville. Your out-of-pocket cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare reimbursement rates change annually — verify current rates with the facility’s billing team.
Can patients from Kentucky or Illinois use Evansville HBOT providers?
Evansville is a tri-state regional hub where Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois meet. Patients from Henderson, KY or Harrisburg, IL sometimes travel to Evansville for specialty medical care. If you have Kentucky or Illinois insurance, check network status with the Evansville facility’s billing department before scheduling.
See more providers in Indiana: Indiana HBOT Provider Directory
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.