KY HBOT for Vets
Kentucky's $1.5 million state-funded program providing free hyperbaric oxygen therapy to veterans with TBI and PTSD — and REAL PT & Wellness is a proud treatment partner.
12,000+
KY veterans with TBI who could benefit
$1.5M
State funding for free HBOT treatment
40–120
One-hour sessions per treatment program
$0
Cost to qualifying veterans
About the Program
What Is HBOT4KYVETS?
HBOT4KYVETS, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization partnered with the state of Kentucky and the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (KDVA) to provide free hyperbaric oxygen therapy to veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The program was born from the advocacy of Colonel Ronald Ray's family — a decorated U.S. Marine whose widow, Eunice Ray, and fellow advocate fought for years to get the Kentucky legislature to approve HBOT coverage for veterans. Their efforts succeeded in 2018 with the Colonel Ron Ray Veterans Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act (KRS 217.930-942), and in 2024 the state dedicated $1.5 million in funding to cover treatment at no cost to qualifying veterans.
In February 2026, HB 369 passed the Kentucky House 93-0, expanding eligibility to include veterans with PTSD — not just TBI — broadening access to thousands more veterans across the Commonwealth.
The program is currently funded through June 30, 2026, with state legislators working to extend funding through 2028.
Who Qualifies
Under Kentucky law, a veteran is eligible for state-funded HBOT if they meet the following criteria:
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Diagnosed by your treating healthcare provider — the original qualifying condition under KRS 217.930.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Added under HB 369 (2026) — expanding eligibility to combat-related PTSD diagnosed by your provider.
Additional Requirements:
- A prescription for HBOT written by your treating healthcare provider
- Written informed consent signed by the veteran (or legal guardian)
- Consent attested by treating health care provider and a witness
How It Works
Four steps from diagnosis to treatment — HBOT4KYVETS handles the enrollment and funding, REAL PT handles the therapy.
Get Diagnosed
Your treating healthcare provider confirms a TBI or PTSD diagnosis and writes a prescription for HBOT.
Apply Through HBOT4KYVETS
Visit HBOT4KYVETS.com or call 502-938-1300 to sign up. The nonprofit handles all enrollment and funding coordination.
Provide Written Consent
Sign informed consent covering treatment options, expected outcomes, and financial terms — required under Kentucky law.
Begin Treatment at REAL PT
Start your 40–120 session program at our facility. Each session is 60 minutes in a medical-grade hardshell chamber breathing 100% oxygen.
Treatment Details
HBOT places you in a pressurized, medical-grade hardshell chamber where you breathe 100% oxygen. This dramatically increases blood oxygenation, promoting brain tissue healing and neurological recovery.
Session Length
60 minutes per session
Program Duration
40–120 sessions (5 days/week)
Cost to Veteran
Free — fully state-funded
Chamber Type
Medical-grade hardshell (up to 2.5 ATA)
Oxygen Increase
700–1,100% oxygenation boost
Our Role
How REAL PT & Wellness Works With This Program
REAL PT & Wellness serves as a treatment partner within the HBOT4KYVETS network. When a veteran qualifies through the state program, they can receive their prescribed HBOT sessions at our facility — at no cost to them.
We don't just provide the chamber. We wrap the HBOT treatment in a full clinical environment designed for veteran recovery — certified HBOT technicians, private treatment rooms, add-on therapies, and coordination with your VA or civilian care team.
Beyond the state program: Veterans who complete their HBOT4KYVETS treatment or want additional modalities can transition into our membership plans starting at $99/mo — gaining access to EXOPOD, cryotherapy, IV therapy, red light therapy, and our full recovery stack at member-only pricing.
Published Clinical Results
Multiple studies and trials since 2007 demonstrate HBOT's effectiveness for veterans with TBI. The VA has not yet approved HBOT for TBI/PTSD, but the evidence base continues to grow.
39%
reduction in post-concussive syndrome
30%
reduction in PTSD symptoms
28+
completed clinical studies since 2007
900+
veterans and patients in published trials
Sources: International Hyperbaric Medical Foundation; Baptist Health; HBOT4Heroes.org. Individual results may vary.
HBOT4KYVETS Treatment Network
REAL PT & Wellness joins a growing network of facilities across Kentucky providing state-funded HBOT to veterans:
REAL PT & Wellness
Your local treatment partner
Clark Regional Medical Center
Winchester, KY
Baptist Health Louisville
Louisville, KY
Baptist Health Hardin
Elizabethtown, KY
Jennie Stuart Health
Hopkinsville, KY
Southern Indiana Partners
Southern Indiana
Ready to Get Started?
If you're a Kentucky veteran with TBI or PTSD, you may qualify for free HBOT through this state-funded program. Apply through HBOT4KYVETS, then book your sessions at REAL PT & Wellness.
Questions about the program?