As of 2023, Colombia leads in the global density of for-profit privately owned hospitals with 161.89 establishments per million persons, despite a slight decrease of 0.1% from the previous year. The Netherlands and Portugal are experiencing positive growth trends, with increases of 5.76% and 2.79% respectively. By contrast, Latvia and Costa Rica showed the most substantial declines, at -9.45% and -3.2%. Modest declines are noted in Canada, New Zealand, and the United States, each witnessing minor decreases. Other countries like Austria and Israel recorded minimal positive growth in this sector.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in countries currently showing increases, like the Netherlands and Austria, driven by evolving healthcare market dynamics. The impact of regulatory changes and healthcare funding adjustments in declining regions could shape this sector's expansion globally.
Top countries in Density of For-Profit Privately Owned Hospitals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Establishments) Per Million Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 161.89 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 31.72 | 2023 | +4.07% | +5.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 16.92 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 12.87 | 2023 | +0.39% | -0.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 New Zealand | 10.03 | 2023 | -1.18% | -1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 9.31 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 6.92 | 2023 | +0.44% | +2.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 5.37 | 2023 | -7.57% | -9.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United States | 4.96 | 2023 | +1.85% | -0.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 3.52 | 2023 | +0.86% | -0.28% | View data |
