Missouri § 191.2620 - Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, facility approval — prohibited acts.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 191.2620 — Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, facility approval — prohibited acts., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 191.2620. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, facility approval — prohibited acts.
1. Any facility may approve hyperbaric oxygen therapy for a veteran in accordance with sections 191.2600 to 191.2630.
2. A licensing board shall not revoke, fail to renew, suspend, or take any action against a health care practitioner based solely on the health care practitioner's recommendations to a veteran regarding access to or treatment with hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
3. No state agency shall take any action, or assist in any action, against a health care practitioner's Medicare or Medicaid certification based solely on the health care practitioner's recommendation that a veteran have access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
4. No official, employee, or agent of the state shall block or attempt to block access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy by a veteran who meets all requirements to receive such therapy under sections 191.2600 to 191.2630.
5. Counseling, advice, or recommendations provided by a health care practitioner consistent with the medical standards of care shall not be considered a violation of sections 191.2600 to 191.2630.
6. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be used under the direction of an institutional review board with a national clinical trial number for the purpose of collecting clinical trial data.
--------
(L. 2025 H.B. 262)
---- end of effective 28 Aug 2025 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 191.2620
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 191.2620 cover?
Section 191.2620 ("Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, facility approval — prohibited acts.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Missouri § 191.2620?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 191.2620" (Missouri). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Missouri law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Missouri official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Missouri attorney.
How does Missouri § 191.2620 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Missouri can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Missouri.