Tier 2 — Right-to-Try Includes Stem Cells

Stem Cell Procedures
in Alabama.

Alabama's Right-to-Try statute allows investigational adult stem cell therapy for severe chronic and terminal disease.

Statute

AL SB 16, Ala. Code § 22-5D-1

Effective

SB 16 (2017), § 22-5D-1 (2024)

Step 01 / 03

Submit a confidential intake

A patient-services advocate will review your information and, if appropriate, refer you to an independent state-licensed physician for a consultation. Submitting this form does not establish a physician-patient relationship.

HIPAA-compliant intake. Adults 18+ only.

By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Procedures discussed are investigational and not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Outcomes vary; no specific result is guaranteed.

— 01 / The Law

Alabama stem cell procedure law
in plain English.

Alabama law allows investigational adult stem cell therapies for patients with severe chronic or terminal diseases after exhausting other treatment options, with informed consent and IRB oversight. The 2024 Right-to-Try update notably does not exclude stem cells.

— 02 / What's Authorized

What patients in Alabama
can legally receive.

  • 01Investigational adult stem cell therapy
  • 02Severe chronic or terminal disease indication
— 03 / Compliance

What Alabama requires
of treating physicians.

The requirements below are set by AL SB 16, Ala. Code § 22-5D-1. Compliance is the responsibility of each individual treating physician under their state license.

  • Exhaustion of other treatment options
  • Patient informed consent
  • Institutional Review Board oversight

Statutory compliance does not equal FDA approval. The procedures discussed are investigational and have not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

— 05 / FAQ

Patient questions
about Alabama.

Are stem cell procedures addressed by Alabama law?

Alabama has enacted AL SB 16, Ala. Code § 22-5D-1, which sets out specific conditions under which a state-licensed physician may practice in this area. The procedures discussed here are investigational and have not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Do I need to live in Alabama to be seen?

No. Adults may travel to Alabama from any US state for an in-person consultation with a network physician. Whether any procedure is appropriate is a clinical decision determined by the treating physician.

How much does a procedure cost in Alabama?

Cost depends on the indication, the cell product, and the treating physician. Each physician sets their own pricing and provides a written estimate. Select Stem Cell does not collect medical fees on behalf of physicians.

Will I receive the required statutory disclosure?

Yes. Alabama law requires the treating physician to provide written disclosure of investigational status and obtain informed consent prior to any procedure.

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