The forecast for the number of hospital beds in publicly owned hospitals in Germany indicates a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the number was 256.25 thousand beds. Year-on-year percentage changes reveal a gradual decrease: 2024 (-0.68%), 2025 (-0.68%), 2026 (-0.67%), 2027 (-0.67%), and 2028 (-0.67%). This declining trend reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.68% from 2023 to 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of healthcare policy reforms on bed availability.
Increasing focus on outpatient care reducing demand for hospital beds.
Technological advancements might facilitate better resource management, influencing bed numbers.