The average length of stay for somatic curative care in the US shows a steady trend from 2024 to 2028, with a slight increase from 6.1 days in 2024 to 6.3 days by 2028. Comparing year-on-year changes, there is a consistent increase of about 1.6% from 2024 to 2025 and a stable plateau into 2026 and 2027. From 2027 to 2028, the increase remains static. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) across this forecasted period indicates minimal but steady growth, emphasizing gradual enhancements in healthcare efficiency or shifts in patient management practices.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in healthcare that could reduce hospital stays, policy changes affecting healthcare delivery, and demographic shifts that could influence care demand. These factors may drive further change in the average length of stay figures beyond current forecasts.
