Updated April 2026
IV Infusion, 1st Hr in Chicago typically costs between $34 and $555, with a median of $356 across 16 hospitals. ProcedureRadar sources this data from federally mandated Machine-Readable Files (45 CFR Part 180). Prices vary by facility type, included services, and case complexity.
The price range across 16 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.
Cheapest in Chicago
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These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
The same outpatient procedure can cost several times more at one hospital than another in the same metro, based on cash-discount prices across our dataset. In some cases the spread is 8x or wider, and at the top of the distribution the gap can be far more extreme. We track this across more than 1,100 procedure-and-metro combinations so you can see where the spread is widest before you book.
Sorted by cheapest first. Select any hospital to see full pricing and contact info.
| Compare | Hospital | Median Price | Range | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Medical Center | $34 | $34 to $34 | Low | View File | |
| Saint Francis Medical Center | $76 | $61 to $91 | Low | View File | |
| Community Hospital Of Staunton | $106 | $38 to $141 | Low | View File | |
| Alton Memorial Hospital | $232 | $78 to $301 | High | View File | |
| Osf Saint Paul Medical Center | $271 | $247 to $295 | Low | View File | |
| Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital | $321 | $84 to $378 | High | View File | |
| Jackson Park Hospital | $333 | $304 to $363 | Low | View File | |
| Osf Saint Clare Medical Center | $344 | $313 to $374 | Low | View File | |
| St Joseph Medical Center | $368 | $294 to $442 | Low | View File | |
| Kirby Medical Center | $389 | $389 to $389 | Low | View File | |
| Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital | $404 | $79 to $466 | High | View File | |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital | $404 | $131 to $475 | High | View File | |
| Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital | $409 | $102 to $481 | High | View File | |
| Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital | $409 | $136 to $481 | High | View File | |
| Saint Anthony Medical Center | $518 | $415 to $622 | Low | View File | |
| Ingalls Memorial Hospital | $555 | $444 to $666 | Low | View File |
Before You Schedule
These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
Call HospitalCash pay prices for iv infusion, 1st hr in the Chicago metro area range from $34 to $555 based on data from 16 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $356. Prices vary based on the type of facility, whether additional services are included, and the complexity of your specific case.
If you're paying out of pocket, call the hospital's billing department and ask for their self-pay or cash discount rate. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate, which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.
Pricing data sourced from federally mandated hospital Machine-Readable Files.
Disclosure required by 45 CFR Part 180.
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