In 2023, the government expenditures on outpatient services in Australia stood at approximately 10.05 billion US dollars PPP. Annual forecasts indicate a steady upward trend: rising to 10.27 billion in 2024, 10.51 billion in 2025, 10.74 billion in 2026, 10.97 billion in 2027, and 11.19 billion in 2028.
Key observations:
- 2025: +2.34% from the previous year
- 2026: +2.19% from the previous year
- 2027: +2.14% from the previous year
- 2028: +2.01% from the previous year
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of demographic shifts, technological advancements in healthcare, and changes in government policies or funding priorities, which could either sustain or amplify expenditure growth in outpatient services.