Bill > HB5590

This bill requires freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities to be licensed by the state's health department, meaning they must obtain official permission to operate and cannot use the term "freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facility" unless licensed. The owners and operators of these facilities are responsible for their overall operation, safety, staffing, and quality of care, and must ensure that all healthcare providers are properly licensed and that a qualified medical director and safety coordinator are appointed. To obtain a license, facilities must meet specific requirements, including adhering to standards set by organizations like NFPA 99 (National Fire Protection Association code for healthcare facilities) and potentially seeking accreditation from an approved organization, though temporary permits may be granted if additional time is needed to meet these standards. Licensed facilities must prominently display their license, accreditation information, FDA-approved indications for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and lists of approved and prohibited items for use inside hyperbaric chambers, and must also provide patients with information on the risks and benefits of the therapy and obtain their signed acknowledgment. The bill also specifies training and qualification requirements for medical directors and safety coordinators, mandates that the health department maintain a public list of licensees, and allows the department to create rules to implement these provisions, with enforcement of the licensing requirement delayed for two years after the bill's effective date.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-HB-5590