Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Jackson, MS
Find HBOT providers in Jackson, MS. UMMC is Mississippi's only academic medical center. Medicare and insurance coverage explained for Jackson patients.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Jackson, MS
Jackson is Mississippi’s state capital and its largest city. More importantly for patients seeking HBOT, it’s home to the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the state’s only academic medical center and its only Level I trauma center. UMMC is where complex wound care cases from across Mississippi are referred. For most Mississippi patients who need medical-grade HBOT, Jackson is the most reliable option.
Finding HBOT Providers in Jackson
The UHMS provider directory at uhms.org/find-a-hyperbaric-facility.html is the starting point. Accreditation means a facility has met the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society’s standards for physician oversight, equipment, and safety. It’s a meaningful filter.
UMMC is the dominant academic health system in the state. Its wound care programs handle diabetic foot ulcers, radiation injuries, compromised grafts, and other complex HBOT indications. As the state’s only Level I trauma center, it also has capacity for emergency hyperbaric cases including carbon monoxide poisoning and gas gangrene.
Baptist Health Systems and St. Dominic Health Services are the other major health systems in the Jackson metro. These serve a broad catchment area in central Mississippi. Use the UHMS directory to check which facilities have accredited hyperbaric programs.
Mississippi is a largely rural state. Patients from outside Jackson who need HBOT for FDA-approved conditions will often need to travel to Jackson or to a neighboring state’s academic medical center. For patients in North Mississippi, Memphis health systems are about 200 miles north. For patients near the Gulf Coast, Biloxi and Gulfport have regional hospital programs.
If you’re weighing a standalone clinic against a hospital-based program, read our guide to choosing a clinic before deciding.
Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Jackson
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Mississippi has one of the highest rates of Medicare enrollment and one of the highest rates of diabetes in the country. That combination means Medicare HBOT coverage for diabetic wound care is a common clinical scenario here.
Reimbursement rates change annually. Verify current figures with the facility’s billing team before scheduling.
Mississippi Medicaid may cover HBOT for qualifying patients. Coverage depends on the condition and the specific plan. The facility’s billing team can verify eligibility and run a prior authorization check before your first appointment.
Commercial insurers active in the Jackson market include BlueCross BlueShield of Mississippi, Cigna, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare. These plans generally follow Medicare’s coverage criteria. Prior authorization is required. Off-label uses won’t be covered under any plan.
Our insurance guide covers how prior authorization works and what to do if coverage is denied. Our cost guide covers typical out-of-pocket costs for patients with and without coverage.
What to Expect at Your First Session
Before treatment starts, a hyperbaric physician reviews your medical history. They confirm the diagnosis and HBOT indication and screen for contraindications including untreated lung disease, certain ear conditions, and some medications. This intake takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Treatment runs 90 minutes at 2.0 to 2.4 ATA breathing 100% oxygen. Compression takes about 10 minutes. Decompression takes another 10. Total visit time is typically under two hours.
Ear pressure during compression is the most common sensation for new patients. Staff teach equalization techniques before your first session.
Read our first session guide for a complete picture of what to expect from intake through the end of a treatment course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Jackson, Mississippi?
University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) is Mississippi’s only academic medical center and Level I trauma center. It’s the primary hub for HBOT in the state. Use the UHMS provider directory at uhms.org to find accredited facilities in the Jackson area.
Does Medicare cover HBOT in Jackson, Mississippi?
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 Mississippi 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.
Does Mississippi Medicaid cover HBOT?
Mississippi Medicaid may cover HBOT for qualifying patients depending on the condition. Coverage follows FDA-approved indications. Ask the facility’s billing coordinator to verify eligibility and run prior authorization before scheduling. Off-label uses won’t be covered under Mississippi Medicaid.
See more providers in Mississippi: Mississippi 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.