Where can I find hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Arlington, TX?

Arlington has HBOT available through Texas Health Arlington Memorial and other Texas Health Resources campuses in the area. Arlington's central location in the DFW Metroplex also gives residents convenient access to wound care programs in Dallas and Fort Worth, including academic programs at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Does Medicare cover HBOT in Arlington?

Medicare Part B may cover HBOT in Arlington for FDA-approved conditions including diabetic foot ulcers, radiation injuries, and non-healing wounds. Treatment must be at a Medicare-certified facility with a physician order. Reimbursement rates change annually — verify current amounts with your facility's billing team.

Should Arlington residents consider Dallas or Fort Worth programs for HBOT?

It depends on your case. For most standard wound care needs, a local Arlington or mid-cities program offers more convenience across a multi-week treatment course. Patients with complex diagnoses — radiation injuries, refractory osteomyelitis — may benefit from evaluation at UT Southwestern in Dallas. Your doctor can advise on the right setting for your situation.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Arlington, TX

Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth at the geographic center of the DFW Metroplex. That location is an asset for HBOT patients: the city has its own hospital resources, and both Dallas and Fort Worth programs are within a reasonable drive. For patients who need clinical HBOT over a multi-week treatment course, that range of options matters.

Finding HBOT Providers in Arlington

Texas Health Arlington Memorial is the primary hospital serving Arlington. As part of the Texas Health Resources network, it’s connected to one of the largest health systems in North Texas. Texas Health Resources operates wound care centers across the DFW metro, and some of its Arlington-area facilities may offer HBOT or can refer you to a program that does. Call ahead to confirm HBOT availability at any specific location before scheduling.

Baylor Scott & White Health also has a presence in the mid-cities area and serves patients across the DFW Metroplex. Both systems can be starting points for referrals if your doctor recommends HBOT for a diagnosed condition.

Arlington’s central position in the Metroplex is genuinely useful for HBOT patients. A treatment course for diabetic wound care or radiation injury typically runs 20 to 40 sessions over several weeks. If the program closest to you has a long wait, facilities in Dallas, Fort Worth, or other mid-cities communities are accessible without a long commute.

For patients with complex diagnoses — osteoradionecrosis from cancer treatment, complicated bone infections, or conditions that haven’t responded to standard care — UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is worth considering. It’s about 20 miles from central Arlington and offers the depth of an academic medical center. Your referring physician can help determine the right setting.

Use the UHMS provider directory to find accredited HBOT programs in Arlington and the surrounding DFW area. A physician referral is the most direct way to connect with the right program for your diagnosis.

Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Arlington

Medicare Part B may cover HBOT in Arlington for FDA-approved indications. Covered conditions include diabetic foot ulcers that haven’t healed after 30 days of standard wound care, chronic refractory osteomyelitis, osteoradionecrosis, soft tissue radionecrosis, arterial insufficiency ulcers, and carbon monoxide poisoning, among others. You need a physician order, and treatment must occur at a Medicare-certified facility.

Medicare session rates change each year. Confirm current rates with your facility’s billing team before starting treatment.

Texas Medicaid coverage for HBOT depends on eligibility and diagnosis. Ask your treating facility whether they accept Texas Medicaid and what the prior authorization process involves.

Commercial insurers in the DFW area — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna — generally follow Medicare guidelines for HBOT coverage. Prior authorization is required. Your care team should handle this before your first session, but it’s worth confirming.

Off-label HBOT uses aren’t covered by Medicare or commercial insurance. See our insurance guide for out-of-pocket cost details.

What to Expect at Your First Session

Before your first session, the wound care team will review your medical history, confirm your diagnosis, and complete a screening for any contraindications. The session itself runs about 90 to 120 minutes in a pressurized chamber while breathing pure oxygen. Most patients experience some mild ear pressure during pressurization — it’s normal and manageable.

Our first session guide explains the full process from check-in to completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a referral for HBOT in Arlington? Your primary care doctor, wound care specialist, endocrinologist, or vascular surgeon can refer you to a wound care program. Some programs accept self-referrals as well. For Medicare coverage, a physician order is required.

Is Arlington too small to have its own HBOT program? No. Arlington has a population of over 400,000, and Texas Health Resources’ presence in the city makes local wound care services accessible. That said, the DFW metro’s scale means you have options beyond just the immediately local programs.

What if the local program has a wait time? Given the DFW metro’s density of hospital systems, a neighboring facility in Dallas or Fort Worth may have a shorter scheduling window. Ask your doctor or the wound care coordinator whether nearby programs are an option.

See more providers in Texas: Texas HBOT Providers

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.