The gross output of outpatient care centers in the US has shown a consistent growth trend from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, it stood at $155.76 billion. The year-over-year variation for the last two years shows a growth of 0.59% in 2022 and 2.49% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2019-2023) is 2.74%. Future forecasts suggest that the gross output will continue to increase, reaching $173.74 billion by 2028, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.7% and an overall growth rate of 8.81%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in outpatient care services.
- Increased demand for outpatient services driven by demographic changes.
- Policy changes affecting healthcare funding and insurance coverage.
- Expansion of telehealth and its impact on traditional outpatient centers.