Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Shreveport, LA
Find HBOT providers in Shreveport, LA. Willis-Knighton, Ochsner LSU Health, and Northwest Louisiana facilities. Medicare and insurance coverage.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Shreveport, LA
Shreveport sits at the corner where Louisiana meets Texas and Arkansas. The city’s health systems serve a tri-state region, drawing patients from East Texas and South Arkansas who don’t have the same range of options closer to home. The Shreveport-Bossier City metro has two large health systems and a meaningful academic medical presence through LSU Health.
Finding HBOT Providers in Shreveport
Start with the UHMS provider directory at uhms.org/find-a-hyperbaric-facility.html. Accredited programs have passed a formal clinical review. That’s the most reliable starting filter for finding a legitimate medical HBOT program.
Willis-Knighton Health System is the largest health system in Northwest Louisiana. It operates multiple hospital campuses in the Shreveport-Bossier City area and has wound care programs across its network. Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport (formerly known as LSU Health Shreveport) is the academic medical center for the region. It’s an LSU Health affiliate and handles complex referral cases from Northwest Louisiana and surrounding areas in Texas and Arkansas.
Patients from Texarkana, Marshall, TX, or El Dorado, AR, often find Shreveport a practical option for specialty care including wound care HBOT. Your insurance coverage applies regardless of which state you receive treatment in. Confirm prior authorization with your insurer before scheduling.
For a standalone clinic evaluation, read our guide to choosing a clinic before making a decision.
Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Shreveport
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. The rules are national. Covered indications include diabetic foot ulcers, radiation tissue damage, compromised grafts, gas gangrene, crush injuries, and carbon monoxide poisoning, among others.
Reimbursement rates change annually. Get current figures directly from the facility before scheduling.
Louisiana Medicaid (Healthy Louisiana) may cover HBOT for qualifying Louisiana residents. Coverage depends on the managed care plan and the condition. For Texas or Arkansas Medicaid patients, your state’s Medicaid program applies. Ask the facility’s billing team to verify coverage before scheduling.
Commercial insurers active in the Shreveport market include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield also have members who use Shreveport facilities. Prior authorization is required under all these plans. Off-label uses won’t be covered.
Our insurance guide explains how prior authorization works. Our cost guide covers typical out-of-pocket costs per session.
What to Expect at Your First Session
A hyperbaric physician reviews your medical history before treatment begins. They confirm the HBOT indication, screen for contraindications, and set the treatment schedule. Intake takes 30 to 60 minutes on your first visit.
Treatment runs 90 minutes at 2.0 to 2.4 ATA, breathing 100% oxygen. Compression and decompression each take about 10 minutes. Total visit time is typically under two hours.
Ear pressure during compression is common and manageable. Staff teach equalization techniques before your first session.
Read our first session guide for a complete walkthrough of what to expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Shreveport?
Willis-Knighton Health System and Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport are the two major health systems serving Northwest Louisiana and the Shreveport-Bossier City metro. Use the UHMS provider directory at uhms.org to find accredited HBOT facilities in the Shreveport area.
Does Medicare cover HBOT in Shreveport?
Yes. Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Coverage rules are federal and apply the same way in Shreveport as in any other state. Off-label uses are not covered. Reimbursement rates change annually, so verify current amounts with your facility’s billing team.
Can patients from East Texas or South Arkansas use Shreveport HBOT facilities?
Yes. Shreveport sits near the Texas and Arkansas borders and its health systems serve a tri-state catchment area. Patients from East Texas and South Arkansas can access Shreveport HBOT programs. Your insurance coverage travels with you regardless of state lines. Verify your specific plan’s prior authorization requirements with the facility’s billing team before scheduling.
See more providers in Louisiana: Louisiana 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.