Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Milwaukee, WI
Find HBOT providers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Froedtert Health, Advocate Aurora, Milwaukee VA, insurance coverage, and what to expect at your first session.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee is Wisconsin’s largest city and its main medical hub. The city has two dominant health systems, a major VA facility, and an academic medical connection through the Medical College of Wisconsin. That concentration of resources means Milwaukee residents have some of the best HBOT access in the upper Midwest.
Finding HBOT Providers in Milwaukee
Froedtert Health is Milwaukee’s leading academic medical system and is affiliated with the Medical College of Wisconsin. Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, the flagship hospital, is a Level I trauma center and one of the few academic referral centers in Wisconsin. The academic-clinical connection supports complex wound care and hyperbaric programs. For difficult or non-healing cases, an academic center like Froedtert is worth considering first.
Advocate Aurora Health Care is the other major system in Milwaukee. The 2022 merger of Advocate Aurora brought together a large regional network spanning Wisconsin and Illinois. Aurora’s Milwaukee-area hospitals include Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center, one of the larger hospital campuses in the city. Aurora has established wound care infrastructure across the metro.
The Milwaukee VA Medical Center serves veterans in Wisconsin and parts of the upper Midwest. VA facilities can offer HBOT for certain conditions covered by VA health benefits. Contact the Milwaukee VA directly or through your VA primary care provider to ask about hyperbaric program availability.
Use the UHMS provider search at uhms.org to find currently accredited programs in Milwaukee. Call to confirm availability before scheduling.
Read our guide to choosing an HBOT clinic before your first call.
Insurance and Medicare Coverage in Milwaukee
HBOT coverage in Milwaukee follows federal rules.
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Both Froedtert and Aurora have qualifying outpatient settings in Milwaukee. Your cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare reimbursement rates change annually — ask the billing team for a current estimate.
Wisconsin Medicaid (ForwardHealth) may cover HBOT for FDA-approved conditions depending on your managed care plan. Contact the facility’s billing department to confirm network status and prior authorization requirements before scheduling.
Commercial insurers active in Milwaukee — Anthem, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and others — follow Medicare criteria for HBOT coverage. Prior authorization is almost always required. The facility’s billing staff handles this process.
Veterans using VA benefits should go through their VA primary care team for a referral. Coverage through VA benefits is separate from Medicare or commercial insurance rules.
Off-label HBOT uses are not covered by any plan.
Full guides: Does Insurance Cover HBOT? and How Much Does HBOT Cost?
What to Expect at Your First Session
A hospital-based HBOT program in Milwaukee starts with a physician evaluation. Your condition is confirmed as qualifying for HBOT, and your medical history is reviewed for contraindications. From there, your care team sets a treatment schedule.
Sessions run 90 minutes to two hours, including pressurization and depressurization. Most plans call for daily sessions, Monday through Friday, over several consecutive weeks. Wear cotton clothing. No electronics, lotions, perfumes, or petroleum-based products inside the chamber.
Read our first HBOT session guide for the full picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has hospital-based HBOT access through Froedtert Health (a Medical College of Wisconsin affiliate), Advocate Aurora Health Care, and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center for veterans. Use the UHMS provider search at uhms.org to find accredited facilities and call to confirm current program availability.
Does the Milwaukee VA Medical Center offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
The Milwaukee VA Medical Center serves veterans in Wisconsin. VA facilities may offer HBOT for certain conditions. Eligibility and availability vary. Contact the Milwaukee VA directly or speak with your VA primary care provider about a referral to a hyperbaric program.
Does Medicare cover HBOT in Milwaukee?
Medicare Part B covers HBOT for 14 FDA-approved conditions at hospital outpatient facilities. Federal coverage rules apply equally in Milwaukee. Your cost is typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. Medicare rates change annually — verify current figures with the facility’s billing team.
See more providers in Wisconsin: Wisconsin 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.