Medical Procedure
CPT Code 96361
IV infusion hydration, each additional hour
National Average Rate
$26.47
CMS non-facility rate
Data Source
CMS Medicare
Physician Fee Schedule 2024
What This Means for Your Bill
- Medicare pays $26.47 nationally for CPT 96361 in a non-facility (office) setting.
- Private insurers typically pay 110–140% of the Medicare rate, so a fair price is roughly $33–$37.
- If your bill shows a charge significantly above this, you may have grounds to negotiate or dispute it.
How to Use This Information
1
Find CPT 96361 on your itemized bill — hospitals are required to provide one on request.
2
Compare the charged amount to $26.47 — if your bill is 2× or more, that's a red flag.
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