The number of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams in ambulatory care in the US showed considerable variability over the past decade. The volume stood at 23.888 million in 2023. Significant changes include a sharp drop in 2020 due to external factors, followed by robust recovery in subsequent years. Year-on-year variation in the last two years was 24.44% in 2022 and 15.64% in 2023. The five-year CAGR was 2.14%, showing a moderate but steady recovery trend. Looking ahead, volumes are projected to increase to 27.34 million by 2028, signaling a positive trend.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advances in MRI equipment
- Increasing demand for non-invasive diagnostic methods
- Policy changes impacting healthcare coverage and reimbursement
- Potential impacts of economic fluctuations and healthcare funding
