The CTRC will increase rates on January 1, 2023 as detailed in the CTRC January 1, 2023 Rate Sheet (pdf). All studies, both current and future protocols, will be invoiced using the new rates.
CTRC Fee Determination
The CTRC will increase rates effective March 1, 2025, as detailed in the CTRC 2025 Rate Sheet (pdf). Starting on this date, all studies—both current and future protocols—will be invoiced using the new rates. For a listing of the 2024 rates, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Due to unforeseen circumstances outlined in the TraCS Service Increase Memo (pdf), billing rates for CTRC services will undergo a significant increase starting March 1, 2025. This is an off-cycle increase, as we typically adjust rates annually on July 1. In addition to the rate increase, the CTRC will introduce a start-up fee for new nurse-intensive studies requesting CTRC services starting on March 1, as well as a new fee for blood draw-only visits. These new visit rates will apply to both current and future studies. Current studies will not be grandfathered to the 2024 rates.
The updated CTRC visit rates by level and study category, along with hourly rates, are detailed in the 2025 CTRC rate sheet (pdf). In the coming weeks, additional information regarding the process for determining whether a protocol is classified as nurse-intensive, the blood draw-only fee, and other relevant details will be updated on this website for further clarification.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding of these rate adjustments. Should you have any questions, please contact Janette Goins, Nursing Director, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and Terry Hartman at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Investigator Initiated Studies (Categories A and B) will receive a discount off the Industry Sponsored Study (Category D) rate for CTRC on-site visits (Level of Care 1 - 4 scheduled during normal business hours). This subsidy is supported by the NC TraCS Institute and the School of Medicine Office of Research.
The level of care is determined by the number and type of services provided by the CTRC nursing and medical support staff as well as the equipment and supplies utilized. The level of care can be determined using the Level of Care Worksheet. Protocol categorization and level of care each play a unique and integral role in determining fees. It is important that you read and understand both sections in order to prepare accurate budgets for a research study.
CTRC outpatient fees will continue to be determined both by protocol categorization and by the Outpatient Level of Care (flat rate) your participant receives during a research visit at the CTRC.
Fee information for inpatient services, as well as research on location and mobile fees, is provided below. For questions or further explanation of how charges are determined, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 919.843.1070.
- Protocol Categorization
- Outpatient Care Fees
- Level of Care Instructions (download document)
- Level of Care Worksheet (download spreadsheet)
- Inpatient Care Fees
- Research on Location & Mobile Fees
- Start-up Fee for Nurse Intensive Studies (coming soon)
For requesters with a UNC ONYEN or TraCS Connect account:
If you do not have a UNC ONYEN or TraCS Connect account, request an account first, and then return after approved to submit a request.
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Investigational Drug Service Fees (see unchealthcare.org)
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