Health PRTCL, Hyperbaric Medical Group, home

Every breath,
clinically supported.

Physician-supervised hyperbaric oxygen therapy in medical-grade, hard-shell chambers, for recognized conditions. Your insurance is verified before treatment begins.

10375 Washington Blvd, Culver City Mon–Fri · 9 AM–5 PM (209) 670-1202
Culver City · centrally locatedServing patients across Los AngelesComfortable outpatient settingEnglish & EspañolPhysician referrals welcomeInsurance verified before treatmentHard-shell medical chambersProgress reports to your doctor
Health PRTCL

Where advanced medicine meets calm, measurable recovery.

Oxygen, pressure and time, prescribed, supervised and documented like any other medical treatment. A comfortable outpatient setting with the standards of a hospital program.

Patient resting calmly with eyes closed
Hard-shell chamber · 100% oxygen
100%Medical-grade oxygen, breathed at prescribed pressure
14UHMS / CMS-recognized indications reviewed for treatment
~2hrsTypical session, including pressurization and decompression
MDPhysician evaluation before the first session, oversight throughout
How HBOT works

Under pressure, oxygen reaches where blood flow can't.

Normally, oxygen travels through the body mostly on red blood cells. Inside a pressurized chamber, far more oxygen dissolves directly into plasma, the liquid part of blood, which can reach tissue affected by swelling, damaged vessels, infection, radiation injury or trauma.

Pressurized: extra oxygen dissolves into plasma and reaches tissue.

How hyperbaric oxygen reaches tissueA capillary runs between two bands of tissue cells. At normal air pressure oxygen travels mainly on red blood cells and reaches only nearby cells. In the pressurized chamber much more oxygen dissolves into plasma and diffuses farther into surrounding tissue. TISSUECAPILLARYTISSUEO₂ reachO₂ reaches farther
Pressure1.0 ATA · sea level2.0–2.4 ATA*
Oxygen breathed21% · room air100% medical O₂
O₂ dissolved in plasmaBaselineMany times higher
Red blood cells (O₂ on hemoglobin) O₂ dissolved in plasma O₂ diffusing into tissue Simplified illustration · *typical range, prescribed by your physician
01 · PRESSURE

The chamber is gently pressurized

You rest in a clear, hard-shell chamber while pressure rises gradually to the level your physician prescribes.

02 · OXYGEN

You breathe 100% oxygen

Higher pressure lets plasma carry much more oxygen than breathing room air at sea level.

03 · HEALING

Oxygen reaches stressed tissue

Over a series of sessions, that oxygen can support repair where poor oxygen delivery is part of the problem.

Used as part of a physician-directed plan, HBOT may support wound healing, help the body fight certain infections, encourage new blood-vessel growth and aid recovery of grafts, flaps and radiation-injured tissue. It works alongside surgery, antibiotics and wound care, not instead of them.

Medical-grade, hard-shell chambers

Not a wellness pod. A medical treatment.

Hard-sided chambers deliver oxygen at prescribed treatment pressures, under protocols, screening and trained staff. That's what separates clinical HBOT from low-pressure "soft" chambers.

White Perry monoplace hyperbaric chamber with a clear acrylic tube, hinged door and control console
Perry monoplace · clear acrylic tube
Feature
Health PRTCL
Soft / wellness
Pressure
Prescribed clinical treatment pressures
Low pressure, typically far below medical levels
Oxygen
100% medical-grade oxygen
Often room air or an oxygen concentrator
Oversight
Physician evaluation, trained staff every session
Often no physician screening
Purpose
Recognized UHMS / CMS indications
General wellness
Insurance
Often covered when medically necessary
Typically not covered

General comparison for education. Specific pressures and protocols are set by your physician.

Conditions we treat

14 recognized indications. One careful evaluation.

We follow the UHMS / CMS-recognized list. Every referral is reviewed by a physician against the diagnosis, medical record and goals of care. Other uses are considered case by case, with honest guidance when HBOT isn't the right tool.

Four clinical groups · open a group to see how many of the 14 recognized indications it covers.

04of 14 indications in this group

Wounds & circulation

When poor blood flow is slowing healing.

Wound Care · Vascular · Plastic Surgery · Podiatry
04of 14 indications in this group

Radiation & infection

Tissue damaged by radiation, or infections that need oxygen-rich tissue to clear.

Radiation Oncology · Infectious Disease · Surgery
04of 14 indications in this group

Acute & emergency

Time-critical conditions, coordinated with emergency and hospital teams.

Emergency Medicine · Diving Medicine · Trauma
02of 14 indications in this group

Blood & hearing

Where dissolved oxygen can bridge a gap, or early treatment matters most.

Hematology · ENT · Audiology

Referring specialties are typical examples, not exhaustive. Coverage varies by diagnosis, documentation and payer. For emergencies, call 911; acute cases are coordinated with hospital emergency teams.

Health PRTCL clinician in blue PRTCL scrubs
Licensed clinicians · every session
For patients & referring physicians

From referral to recovery, every step documented.

Physicians refer directly; patients can request a consult and we'll coordinate with their doctor. We confirm the indication, verify coverage, and send progress reports to the referring physician after each treatment series.

Referring? Send the diagnosis, recent clinical notes and any imaging. We'll handle insurance verification and scheduling.

  1. 01Referral or consultFrom your physician, or request one yourself
  2. 02Insurance verifiedBenefits confirmed before treatment begins
  3. 03Physician evaluationHistory, safety screening and a treatment plan
  4. 04Supervised seriesAbout two hours per session, monitored throughout
  5. 05Progress reportsShared with your referring physician
Patients & physicians
I refer patients to PRTCL when we need medically supervised tissue recovery that actually moves the needle. Their adherence to protocol gives me full confidence.
Dr. Laila Chen, DO · Wound Care Specialist · referring physician
After months of fatigue and tissue pain following radiation, I finally feel like myself again. The team made me feel safe and informed at every step.
Sarah R., 46 · Patient · post-radiation recovery
I get clear treatment summaries after every series, which makes co-managing complex cases straightforward.
Dr. James Okafor, MD · Neurologist · referring physician
Insurance verification and scheduling are handled quickly, so our patients start treatment without the back-and-forth.
Daniel Kim · Referral coordinator

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Insurance

Insurance plans we accept.

We work with most major plans, and HBOT is often covered for recognized indications when medical necessity is documented.

Blue Shield of California Kaiser Permanente Blue Cross

Benefits verified before treatmentMedicare & commercial criteria checkedNo surprises on coverage

Coverage depends on diagnosis, medical documentation, treatment plan and payer requirements. If coverage isn't available, we'll explain your options.

Before your first session

Good questions, clear answers.

What patients most often ask us before starting hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Your physician will go through the details with you at evaluation.

01

Do I need a referral?

Most patients are referred by a physician or specialist. If you don't have one yet, request a consult and we'll coordinate with your doctor. A physician evaluation and treatment plan are required before sessions begin.

02

How long is a session?

Typically about two hours, including gradual pressurization and decompression. You rest, listen to something, or simply breathe while staff monitor you.

03

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on the condition and how you respond. Chronic wounds and radiation injury often need 20 to 60 sessions; acute conditions such as carbon monoxide poisoning may need only a few.

04

What does it feel like?

Mostly calm. You'll feel ear fullness as pressure changes, like a descending airplane. Staff coach you through equalizing. Pain is not normal — tell the technician right away.

05

What should I wear?

We provide 100% cotton clothing to minimize static. Jewelry, makeup, lotions, hair products and synthetics are removed before entering the chamber for fire safety.

06

Can I bring anything into the chamber?

Only items explicitly approved by staff. Lighters, matches, electronics, and petroleum-based products are not allowed. You'll receive a clear allowed / not-allowed list before your first session.

07

Is HBOT safe?

It's a well-established medical therapy when delivered by qualified staff in a controlled setting. Possible effects — ear or sinus pressure, temporary vision changes, and rare oxygen-related effects — are reviewed with you before treatment.

08

Is HBOT covered by insurance?

Coverage depends on diagnosis, documentation, treatment plan and payer. Many plans cover recognized indications when medical necessity is documented. We verify benefits before treatment begins and explain options if coverage isn't available.

Visit us

Centrally located in Culver City.

On Washington Blvd, between the Westside, Downtown LA and LAX. Easy to reach from across Los Angeles, with care in English & Español.

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Culver City clinic
Clinic
10375 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
Hours
Mon–Fri · 9 AM–5 PM
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Around Los Angeles

  • Beverly Hills3.8 mi
  • Marina del Rey3.9 mi
  • Westwood4.2 mi
  • Santa Monica5.1 mi
  • LAX5.4 mi
  • Downtown LA9.4 mi

Straight-line distance from the clinic.