Michigan Senate Bill SB0805

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/26/26
• Refer: 2/26/26

Caption

Health facilities: other; licensure of freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 21211, 21213, 21215, 21217, 21219, 21221, 21223, 21227 & 21231 to pt. 212. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0803'26, SB 0804'26, SB 0806'26

Impact

This legislation will have significant implications for the operational landscape of healthcare facilities specializing in hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Under SB0805, any facility wishing to offer this service must demonstrate compliance with several criteria, including accreditation and safety protocols established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Facilities must have appointed safety coordinators and medical directors, ensuring that standards in hyperbaric medicine are upheld. The bill also provides for temporary permits to facilitate compliance timelines for facilities currently operating without licensure, allowing them to transition into compliance over up to 13 months.

Summary

SB0805 aims to amend the Public Health Code to regulate freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities in Michigan. The bill mandates that such facilities must obtain a license to operate, establishing a clear regulatory framework to ensure safety and compliance with accepted medical standards. The newly introduced sections outline the responsibilities of facility owners and operators, ensuring that they cooperate with the Department of Health and comply with applicable safety and staffing protocols. The licensure requirement will address the growing trend of independent hyperbaric therapy providers, maintaining public health standards and safety practices within the state.

Contention

While SB0805 is structured to enhance public safety and patient care, it may face opposition from existing providers who argue that stringent licensure requirements could impose unwarranted operational constraints and increase costs. Critics may raise concerns about the balance between necessary regulation and undue bureaucratic barriers that could inhibit access to hyperbaric therapy services. Additionally, the requirement for coordinated operational oversight may lead to debates about the adequacy of current training standards and qualifications for personnel working in these facilities.