All You Need to Know About IV Hydration Therapy Certification

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In the state of Florida, only those healthcare professionals who have completed training and certification in IV therapy may provide IV hydration therapy services regardless of the setting.

For in-home care providers as well as those working in nursing homes, hospitals, and other medical settings that provide emergency or ongoing care for chronic illness, achieving and maintaining certification in IV hydration therapy can open doors for employment.

Options in IV Hydration Therapy Courses

In the state of Florida, a 30-hour training course that provides both didactic training and skills training is required in order to become certified in IV hydration therapy.

In some cases, it may be possible to take the didactic portion (the academic classes that teach you everything you need to know about IV hydration therapy) online. However, all skills portions of the certification are required to be completed in person because you will need to practice starting an IV.

Because you are new to IV hydration, even if you have experience as a phlebotomist, the skills portion of certification must be completed under the supervision of someone who already has a current and valid IV hydration therapy certification. They will need to physically watch you complete the requirements of the training and sign off on your completion of the course.

Creating an IV Hydration Therapy Business Plan

Requests for in-home IV hydration therapy for patients with chronic illness or long-term care needs are growing in Florida and across the country.

Starting an IV hydration therapy business that travels to the homes of individuals who need treatment can be a positive way to serve the community and to create a sustainable business that helps you to maintain employment and provides employment to others as well.

There are a number of requirements for opening and maintaining an IV hydration therapy business that is in compliance with the state of Florida. While it may initially seem like a complex process, the support of a legal team who can help you understand what is required and on what timeline will help you to streamline the process.

Additionally, legal professionals in healthcare can assist you in the process of providing all the required documentation and forms, handle inspections, and keep up with deadlines so you never lose money or compliance status due to paperwork issues.

Starting an IV Hydration Therapy Career

If you are interested in starting an IV hydration therapy business or beginning to provide these services to increase your scope of practice, we can help. If you are currently certified as an IV hydration therapist, and you have questions about maintaining legal compliance in the state of Florida, reach out to Florida Healthcare Law Firm today.

What Is Mobile IV Therapy?

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Mobile IV therapy connects patients with highly valuable intravenous drop therapies in their homes, eliminating the often difficult — and sometimes impossible — trip to the hospital for treatment.

Traditionally, IV therapy has been supported only in hospital or clinic settings, limiting accessibility for patients who could greatly benefit from the therapy.

Thankfully, IV mobile therapy is increasingly more common as patients seek out the ability to get the care they need at home.

What Is Mobile IV Therapy?

IV mobile therapy provides the benefits of an intravenous drip infusion in the privacy and comfort of the patient’s home.

Just as a patient would receive in the hospital, the IV is set up to deliver fluids directly into the bloodstream.

Everything from hydration treatments to vitamin and nutrient delivery can be delivered via mobile IV therapy, helping patients to get lifesaving treatment as well as treatments designed to improve overall health and wellness.

What Is Advanced Mobile IV Therapy?

Advanced mobile IV therapy may go beyond the basics of hydration and vitamin/nutrient infusions, providing more intensive treatments delivered by IV to the home setting.

For example, chemotherapy or blood transfusions may be classified as advanced mobile IV therapy treatments since they will typically require a certified medical provider to deliver these specific treatments.

How Do I Start a Mobile IV Therapy Business?

Starting a mobile IV therapy business as a standalone or as an add-on to a current home care business is a very simple process once you have the right paperwork, credentials, and tools in hand to make sure the business is in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Legal Help for Mobile IV Therapy Businesses

If you would like assistance setting up a mobile IV therapy business or adding this level of care to a current home care business, contact Florida Healthcare Law Firm today. We can help you streamline the process so your business is up and running in no time.

IV Therapy Clinics: Take Note of IV Supervision Requirements

As IV therapy clinics become more and more popular, the question to follow is, who can place the IV line and under what supervision? You would expect that first responders like Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) would be able to start lifesaving IV lines on their own since they are the life support in between an incident and the emergency room. Contrary to what one might think is an “appropriate” ability or function of emergency personnel, under Florida law, EMTs are actually not permitted to place their IV lines on their own outside of an emergency situation. While there might be some very narrow exceptions, the general rule is clear in its prohibition.Continue reading

Can I Provide in-home or mobile IV Therapy?

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By: Chase Howard

IV hydration therapy has many applications and purposes. In the most common cases, the purpose is for post-surgery recovery or wellness optimization. IV therapy businesses that want to offer a more concierge type of service by offering mobile or in-home services, need to be aware of Florida home health agency laws and regulations.

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