If you have searched "how much does IV therapy cost" and gotten a shrug, a phone-quote form, or a price hidden behind a booking flow, you are not alone. Mobile IV pricing is one of the least transparent corners of the wellness market. This 2026 guide lays out the real national benchmarks, what WholeHealth Hydration actually charges across Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, and the six things that drive the spread — so you can budget before anyone knocks on your door.
Key takeaways
- $199–$599 per session is the mobile range nationally; most people pay about $299–$350 for a standard drip plus the nurse visit (IV Therapy Map, 2026).
- Los Angeles is the second-priciest IV market in the country, behind only New York City.
- WholeHealth Hydration publishes every price — Myers' Cocktail $349, NAD+ Boost $499 — while many competitors quote only by phone.
- Insurance almost never covers elective wellness IV therapy; it is an out-of-pocket service.
- HSA/FSA sometimes works when the IV is medically indicated and you have a Letter of Medical Necessity issued before purchase.
How much does mobile IV therapy cost?
Mobile IV therapy typically costs $199–$599 per session, with most customers paying about $299–$350 for a standard drip plus the nurse visit (IV Therapy Map, 2026). Basic hydration runs $99–$175 nationally, a Myers' Cocktail $175–$300, and NAD+ drips $250–$1,200 depending on dose. The U.S. mobile IV market reached $842.4 million in 2024 and is projected to hit $1.53 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research).
The table below shows 2026 national benchmarks by drip type. Mobile visits usually add a premium over in-clinic pricing, plus a travel fee of $25–$75 (with $75–$100 extra common in Los Angeles and New York).
| Drip type | National range | Average | Session length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic hydration | $99–$175 | $129 | 30–45 min |
| Myers' Cocktail | $175–$300 | $225 | 45–60 min |
| Hangover recovery | $150–$275 | $199 | 45 min |
| Immune support | $175–$325 | $249 | 45–60 min |
| Beauty / glow | $200–$400 | $275 | 45–60 min |
| High-dose vitamin C | $200–$400 | — | 60+ min |
| NAD+ (250mg) | $250–$500 | — | 2–4 hr |
Mobile premium: single mobile sessions typically $199–$599; most customers pay ~$299–$350 for a standard drip plus the nurse visit. Standard travel fee $25–$75, with $75–$100 extra in LA/NYC (IV Therapy Map, 2026).
WholeHealth Hydration's transparent pricing
Rather than quote by phone, we publish our menu. WholeHealth Hydration's Myers' Cocktail is $349, our Immune drip $349, and our Glow drip $399 — each RN-administered in your home, office, or hotel. NAD+ Boost (100mg) is $499 and NAD+ Full (250mg) is $799. Any travel fee is disclosed before you book. Explore the full IV therapy menu and prices for every add-in.
| Service | What's included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Myers' Cocktail | Classic vitamin-and-mineral blend, RN-administered | $349 |
| Immune | Immune-support blend for busy and travel seasons | $349 |
| Glow | Beauty blend for a healthy-looking glow | $399 |
| NAD+ Boost (100mg) | Entry NAD+ dose, extended monitored infusion | $499 |
| NAD+ Full (250mg) | Full NAD+ dose over a longer session | $799 |
| NAD+ Series (6 sessions) | Six-session NAD+ package — $666 per session | $3,999 |
| Monthly membership | One drip per month plus member perks | $299/mo |
| Quarterly plan | Effective $266 per month | $799 |
Prices RN-administered and current as of July 2026. Any travel fee is disclosed before you book. See the Myers' Cocktail IV and NAD+ IV therapy pages for full details.
How much is NAD+ IV therapy?
NAD+ IV pricing scales with dose: roughly $250–$500 for 250mg, $400–$750 for 500mg, and $750–$1,200 for 1,000mg nationally; Los Angeles sessions run $429–$1,078 (California Infusion Centers). Multi-session packages span $1,500–$6,000. WholeHealth Hydration's NAD+ Boost (100mg) is $499 and NAD+ Full (250mg) is $799, with a six-session series at $3,999 — $666 per session.
| NAD+ dose | National range | Average | Session length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 mg | $250–$500 | — | 2 hr |
| 500 mg | $400–$750 | $500 | 2–3 hr |
| 750 mg | $600–$900 | — | 3 hr |
| 1,000 mg | $750–$1,200 | — | 3–4 hr |
| Loading package (4–6 sessions) | $1,500–$6,000 | — | multi-visit |
Los Angeles NAD+ IVs run $429–$1,078 (California Infusion Centers). WholeHealth Hydration's six-session NAD+ Series is $3,999 — $666 per session, about 17% off the $4,794 à la carte total. Wondering whether it's worth it? Read is NAD+ IV therapy worth it.
Why is IV therapy so expensive?
You are paying for licensed medical care, not just saline. RN time and equipment average roughly $140 ± $60 per infusion (NCBI), and ingredients are commonly marked up 3x–10x wholesale (IV Therapy Map). Sterile compounds sourced from FDA-registered 503A/503B pharmacies, medical-director oversight, supplies, and travel round out the bill. Six factors drive the spread:
- Ingredient markups — vitamins and compounds are marked up 3x–10x wholesale; specialty compounds like NAD+ drive most $400+ drip prices.
- Pharmacy sourcing — 503A/503B compounding pharmacies test for sterility, potency, and endotoxins under cGMP and USP <797> standards.
- RN credentials & California law — California requires RN administration under physician, PA, or NP supervision, so RN-staffed models cost more than the EMT/LPN models allowed in looser states.
- Travel & geography — urban operating costs run 20–30% higher, and Los Angeles is the nation's second-priciest IV market.
- Dose & infusion time — a Myers' takes about 45 minutes; a full NAD+ drip takes 2–4 monitored hours of one-on-one nursing.
- Provider type — a quick-serve IV bar prices differently than an RN-led mobile practice that screens every client first.
IV therapy prices in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside & San Bernardino
Los Angeles is America's second-priciest IV market: basic hydration $129–$199, Myers' $225–$350, and NAD+ 500mg $500–$899 (IV Therapy Map). Comparable RN-staffed mobile services across the region charge about $199 for hydration up to $749 for NAD+. WholeHealth Hydration serves Chino Hills, Chino, Anaheim, Irvine, Newport Beach, Fullerton, Corona, Eastvale, Riverside, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, and Redlands at one published rate, with any travel fee disclosed before you book.
Because our base is in Chino Hills, the Inland Empire cities — Corona, Eastvale, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, and Redlands — and the near-OC communities of Anaheim and Fullerton are the shortest drives, while coastal Newport Beach and the greater LA reaches of Pasadena and Long Beach sit farther out. Any applicable travel fee is quoted to you before booking, never after. See our Southern California service area and travel policy for zone details.
Mobile IV vs urgent care vs the ER for dehydration
For simple rehydration, mobile IV is usually cheaper than a facility visit. Urgent care runs $156–$250 plus facility fees and wait time; ER dehydration visits bill $500–$3,000+, where a single saline bag alone can be billed at $1,500–$3,000 (Revivago; Careorer). That said, choose urgent care or the ER whenever you need a diagnosis or emergency care — a wellness drip is not a substitute for medical care.
| Option | Typical cost | Facility fee / wait | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile IV (hydration) | $199–$599 | None | Routine rehydration and wellness at home |
| Urgent care | $156–$250+ | Yes, plus wait | Minor illness needing a diagnosis |
| Emergency room | $500–$3,000+ | Yes, plus wait | Emergencies and serious symptoms |
A <$5 saline bag can be billed at $1,500–$3,000 in an ER (Revivago; Careorer). Mobile IV has no facility fee or surprise billing — but it is elective wellness support, not emergency care.
Does insurance cover IV therapy? Can I use HSA/FSA?
Insurance: generally no. Elective wellness IV therapy is not covered by health insurance; insurers cover IV fluids only when administered in medical settings like hospitals for acute conditions (Liquid Mobile IV). Mobile IV is an out-of-pocket service, which is exactly why published, up-front pricing matters.
HSA/FSA: often yes, when the IV is medically indicated — dehydration, nutrient deficiency, migraine, or morning sickness — and you obtain a Letter of Medical Necessity before purchase, not retroactively (Forma). General-wellness drips typically don't qualify. Ask us about documentation; many Southern California clients pay with HSA/FSA cards for qualifying visits.
Memberships & packages: when they pay off
Memberships save money when you infuse monthly, cutting per-session costs 20–40% (IV Therapy Map). Industry benchmarks run $99–$149/month basic and $199–$299/month premium. WholeHealth Hydration's $299/month membership breaks even on the first Myers' Cocktail ($349 à la carte) each month; the $799 quarterly plan works out to $266/month, and the NAD+ six-pack saves $795 versus buying singles.
| Plan | Price | Effective per session / savings |
|---|---|---|
| Industry basic membership | $99–$149/mo | 1 drip, 15–25% savings |
| Industry premium membership | $199–$299/mo | 2 drips, 20–30% savings |
| WHH monthly membership | $299/mo | Breaks even on first $349 Myers' |
| WHH quarterly plan | $799 | $266/month effective |
| WHH NAD+ Series (6) | $3,999 | $666/session — saves $795 vs singles |
Group & event pricing
Group bookings improve the math for everyone: market norms are roughly 10% off for groups of 3–5 and 15% off for 6 or more (Mobile IV Wellness CA). WholeHealth Hydration books parties, weddings, corporate offices, and athletic events across all four counties — one RN visit, multiple guests. Ask about group and event rates when you book; any travel fee for the visit is disclosed up front.
The hidden-fee checklist
Before you book any mobile IV service, ask about the three fees that quietly inflate a "$199" drip:
- Travel fees — $25–$75 standard, with $75–$100 extra common in Los Angeles.
- Per-ingredient add-ons — booster shots and extra vitamins run $20–$200 each.
- After-hours surcharges — late-night and early-morning visits often cost more.
Some Southern California providers only quote prices by phone. WholeHealth Hydration lists every drip price on its full IV therapy menu and prices and discloses any travel fee before you book. For more on how the market prices these visits, see does IV therapy actually work and our hydration 101 primer, or add a targeted shot with mobile vitamin injections.
Frequently asked questions
How much does mobile IV therapy cost?
Mobile IV therapy typically costs $199–$599 per session, with most customers paying about $299–$350 for a standard drip plus the nurse visit (IV Therapy Map, 2026). Basic hydration runs $99–$175 nationally, a Myers' Cocktail $175–$300, and NAD+ drips $250–$1,200 depending on dose. Los Angeles is the second-priciest U.S. market.
How much does a Myers' Cocktail cost?
Nationally a Myers' Cocktail runs $175–$300 (average $225) in-clinic; mobile Myers' drips in Los Angeles run $225–$350 before travel fees, and effective mobile pricing reaches $428–$478 once concierge premiums are added (California Infusion Centers). WholeHealth Hydration's Myers' Cocktail is $349, RN-administered, with any travel fee disclosed before you book.
How much is NAD+ IV therapy?
NAD+ IV pricing scales with dose: roughly $250–$500 for 250mg, $400–$750 for 500mg, and $750–$1,200 for 1,000mg nationally; Los Angeles sessions run $429–$1,078. Multi-session packages span $1,500–$6,000. WholeHealth Hydration offers NAD+ Boost (100mg) at $499, NAD+ Full (250mg) at $799, and a six-session series at $3,999 — $666 per session.
Why is IV therapy so expensive?
You're paying for licensed medical care, not just fluids: RN time and equipment average roughly $140±$60 per infusion (NCBI), sterile ingredients from FDA-registered 503A/503B compounding pharmacies, medical director oversight, supplies, and travel. Ingredients are commonly marked up 3x–10x wholesale, and specialty compounds like NAD+ drive most $400+ drip prices.
Does insurance cover mobile IV therapy?
Generally no. Elective wellness IV therapy is not covered by health insurance; insurers cover IV fluids only when administered in medical settings like hospitals for acute conditions. Mobile IV is an out-of-pocket service — which is why transparent, published pricing matters. WholeHealth Hydration lists every drip price up front, and any travel fee is disclosed before you book.
Can I use my HSA or FSA for IV therapy?
Often yes, when the IV is medically indicated — dehydration, nutrient deficiency, migraine, or morning sickness — and you obtain a Letter of Medical Necessity before purchase, not retroactively (Forma). General-wellness drips typically don't qualify. Ask us about documentation; many Southern California mobile IV clients pay with HSA/FSA cards for qualifying visits.
Is mobile IV therapy cheaper than urgent care or the ER?
For simple rehydration, usually yes. Urgent care visits run $156–$250 plus facility fees and wait time; ER dehydration visits bill $500–$3,000+, where a saline bag alone can be billed at $1,500–$3,000. Mobile IV has no facility fee or surprise billing — but choose urgent care or the ER whenever you need a diagnosis or emergency care.
Are there hidden fees with mobile IV services?
The usual gotchas are travel fees ($25–$75 standard, $75–$100 extra in Los Angeles), per-ingredient add-ons running $20–$200, and after-hours surcharges. Some Southern California providers only quote prices by phone. WholeHealth Hydration lists every drip price on its menu and discloses any travel fee before you book, across all four counties we serve.
Do IV therapy memberships actually save money?
Yes, when you infuse monthly: industry memberships cut per-session costs 20–40%. Benchmarks run $99–$149/month basic and $199–$299/month premium. WholeHealth Hydration's $299/month membership breaks even on the first Myers' Cocktail ($349 à la carte) each month; the $799 quarterly plan works out to $266/month, and the NAD+ six-pack saves $795 versus singles.
How much does IV therapy cost in Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire?
Los Angeles is America's second-priciest IV market: basic hydration $129–$199, Myers' $225–$350, NAD+ 500mg $500–$899 (IV Therapy Map). Comparable RN-staffed mobile services charge $199 for hydration up to $749 for NAD+. WholeHealth Hydration serves Chino Hills, Orange County, LA, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties at one published rate.
WHH pricing note: the WholeHealth Hydration menu prices shown above reflect the published 2026 menu and are current as of July 2026; the owner should confirm the travel-fee policy and any seasonal promotions before this page goes live. Individual results vary. Our services are wellness support and are not a substitute for medical care.
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