Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Springfield, MO
Find HBOT providers in Springfield, Missouri. CoxHealth, Mercy Springfield, insurance coverage, and what to expect at your first session in southwest Missouri.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Springfield, MO
Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and the main regional medical center for southwest Missouri and parts of northern Arkansas. The Ozarks region is largely rural, which makes Springfield’s two health systems important not just for city residents but for a wide surrounding population that can’t access specialty care locally.
Finding HBOT Providers in Springfield
CoxHealth is Springfield’s largest health system and has operated in the Ozarks region for over a century. Cox Medical Center South and Cox Medical Center North are the main hospital campuses. CoxHealth’s wound care programs serve patients from Springfield and the surrounding rural communities, and the system has the size to support a full hospital-based HBOT program.
Mercy Springfield is part of Mercy, one of the largest Catholic health systems in the United States. Mercy Hospital Springfield is a major campus on the north side of the city, and Mercy’s regional network extends into smaller Missouri and Arkansas communities. Mercy’s wound care and surgery programs handle complex cases from across the region.
Because Springfield is a regional referral center, patients drive from Joplin, Branson, and northern Arkansas communities to access specialty care here. If you’re making a significant trip, call ahead to confirm the hyperbaric program is active and that your condition qualifies before you travel.
The UHMS provider directory at uhms.org lists accredited facilities. Use your zip code to search and call each facility directly to confirm availability.
Read our guide to choosing an HBOT clinic before you schedule.
Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Springfield
HBOT coverage in Springfield follows federal Medicare rules.
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. CoxHealth and Mercy Springfield both have qualifying outpatient settings. Your cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare reimbursement rates change each year — get a current estimate from the billing team before you start treatment.
Missouri Medicaid (MO HealthNet) may cover HBOT for FDA-approved conditions depending on your managed care plan and the facility’s network. Prior authorization is typical. Call the billing department before scheduling.
Commercial insurers in the Springfield market — Anthem, Cigna, and others — follow Medicare criteria for HBOT coverage. Prior authorization is almost always required.
Arkansas patients: Arkansas Medicaid is a separate program from Missouri MO HealthNet. If you’re an Arkansas resident receiving care in Springfield, check with your Arkansas insurer whether the Missouri facility is in network. Commercial plans vary.
Off-label HBOT uses are not covered by any insurance plan anywhere.
Full guides: Does Insurance Cover HBOT? and How Much Does HBOT Cost?
What to Expect at Your First Session
Springfield’s hospital-based HBOT programs work the same way as programs at larger Missouri cities. A physician evaluation comes first. Your care team reviews your diagnosis, your current medications, and your medical history before scheduling your first treatment.
Sessions run 90 minutes to two hours, including pressurization and depressurization. Most treatment plans call for daily sessions on weekdays over several consecutive weeks. Total sessions depend on your condition and how you respond. Wear cotton clothing. No lotions, perfumes, or petroleum-based products on treatment days. Leave electronics outside the chamber.
Read our first HBOT session guide before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Springfield, Missouri?
Springfield has two major health systems: CoxHealth and Mercy Springfield. Both operate 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 Springfield, Missouri?
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Federal coverage rules apply equally in Springfield. Your cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare rates change annually — verify current figures with the facility’s billing team before starting treatment.
Do patients from northern Arkansas use Springfield, Missouri for HBOT?
Springfield is the closest major medical hub for parts of northern Arkansas. Patients from Harrison, Mountain Home, and other northern Arkansas communities sometimes travel to Springfield for specialty care not available locally. If you have Arkansas-based insurance, check whether CoxHealth or Mercy Springfield is in your plan’s network before making the trip.
See more providers in Missouri: Missouri 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.