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IV Hydration Therapy

Income / yr

$30,000-$200,000

Startup cost

$15,000

Time

25 hrs/wk

First dollar

2-3 months

Run a mobile IV hydration and vitamin-infusion service for events, recovery, and wellness clients. High margin, growing fast.

Why it fits shift work

You book appointments around your schedule. Weekends and event season are prime.

How to launch it

  1. 1Confirm your state scope of practice and required medical director.
  2. 2Line up the medical oversight and standing orders you need.
  3. 3Source supplies and proper liability coverage.
  4. 4Start with events and referrals before investing heavily.

Where to start

Local medical directorRequired in most states for protocols & oversight
Vagaro / Square AppointmentsBooking & payments for mobile services
InstagramWhere this service actually gets discovered locally

The tax win

Once this earns 1099 income, these expenses become deductible on Schedule C, lowering the tax on your day-job income too.

Medical supplies
Vehicle & mileage
Liability insurance
Medical director fees
Marketing
See what that saves you

Honest reality check

Highest startup cost and the most regulated option here. Nail the legal/medical-director piece before spending on supplies.

Time to first dollar: 2-3 months: more setup and compliance than other options.

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Educational starting point, not legal or tax advice. Confirm licensing and scope-of-practice rules for your state and profession before starting.