The proposed bill would amend current statutes to allow assisted living homes and centers to offer mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to residents. Specifically, it would insert provisions that require the use of a Class II mild hyperbaric oxygen chamber registered with the FDA, which must be prescribed by a physician. The bill also mandates that a trained staff member be present whenever a resident receives HBOT and that residents be informed of the therapy's risks and contraindications, as well as the necessity of consulting their treating physician regarding personal health risks.

Additionally, the bill would clarify that assisted living facilities cannot provide HBOT to residents requiring directed care services unless it is ordered by the resident's physician and informed consent is obtained. The Department of Health Services would be authorized to adopt necessary rules to facilitate the implementation of these provisions. Overall, the bill updates existing regulations to ensure safety and compliance in the administration of mild HBOT in assisted living settings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-420.06
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-420.06