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Is the topical application of oxygen considered Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO), and does Medicare offer a benefit for the topical application of oxygen?

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Is the topical application of oxygen considered Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO), and does Medicare offer a benefit for the topical application of oxygen?

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No, the topical application of oxygen does not meet the definition of HBO therapy as noted above. Also, its clinical efficacy has not been established. Therefore, no Medicare reimbursement may be made for the topical application of oxygen.