The forecast for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams in ambulatory care in Australia from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady and consistent upward trend. The actual data from 2023 indicated that the volume of exams stood at a certain baseline, and from 2024 onwards, the value is projected to rise from 1.4579 million to 1.6829 million exams by 2028. This reflects a notable year-on-year percentage increase, with variations such as from 4% to 5% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) across the five-year period averages out to a robust growth rate per year.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in MRI technology leading to faster and more accurate diagnostics, potential policy changes influencing healthcare funding and access, and the increasing role of artificial intelligence in imaging which could drive demand for MRI exams even further.