Patient Transport Services Market Outlook (2022 to 2032)

Newly released Patient Transport Services Market analysis report by Future Market Insights shows that global sales of Patient Transport Services Market in 2021 was held at USD 34.1 Billion.

With 12%,the projected market growth during 2022 to 2032 is expected to be significantly higher than the historical growth. Ground Ambulance is expected to be the highest revenue generating Transport Vehicle, projected to grow at a CAGR of over 13.1% during 2022 to 2032.

Attributes Details
Patient Transport Services Market CAGR (2022 to 2032) 12%
Patient Transport Services Market Size (2022) USD 37.9 Billion
Patient Transport Services Market Size (2032) USD 117.1 Billion

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Revenue of Patient Transport Services Market from 2017 to 2021 Compared to Demand Outlook for 2022 to 2032

As per the Patient Transport Services Market research by Future Market Insights - a market research and competitive intelligence provider, historically, from 2017 to 2021, market value of the Patient Transport Services Market increased at around 11% CAGR. The market has been escalating due to growing number of injuries, deaths or health emergencies.

Road traffic accidents are the ninth greatest cause of death in the globe. According to ASIRT, over 37,000 people die in road accidents in the United States each year, with an additional 2.4 Million injured or handicapped.

From 2014 to 2015, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Transport Research Wing of the Government of India, road accidents climbed by 2.5%, while road accident deaths increased by 4.6%.

It further stated that around 400 people die on Indian roadways every day. Tamil Nadu (69,059), Maharashtra (63,805), and Madhya Pradesh were the states with the most road accidents in 2015. (54,947).

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) necessitate rapid medical attention and emergency medical services, such as cardiac arrest, congestive heart failure, stroke, and coronary artery disease. CVDs are the largest cause of death worldwide, according to WHO, accounting for 31% of all fatalities in 2015. Stroke was responsible for 6.7 Million of these deaths, whereas coronary heart disease was responsible for 7.4 Million.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 735,000 incidents of heart attack are recorded in the United States each year. According to the British Heart Foundation, heart attacks result in around 200,000 hospital visits each year, or one every three minutes.

Furthermore stroke is estimated to cause roughly 40,000 fatalities in the United Kingdom each year.

Cardiovascular Disease is one of the top causes of death worldwide, and it often requires urgent medical intervention, resulting in an increasing number of instances of emergency medical service contracts. This increases the chances for the industry's growth.

  • Patient Transport Services Market was valued at USD 34.1 Billion in 2021. According to Future Market Insights, Patient Transport Services Market revenue would increase 3X between 2022 and 2032, reaching roughly USD 117.1 Billion in 2032.
  • In terms of Transport Vehicle Type, the Ground Ambulance accounts for the highest projected CAGR of over 13.1%.
  • In terms of the Emergency Services of Patient Transport Services Market, Emergency Services accounts for the highest CAGR of 11.3% during the historic period (2017-21).
  • US is the dominant region in Patient Transport Services Market with an absolute dollar growth opportunity of over USD 36.3 Billion.

What Factors are Propelling Patient Transport Services Demand?

The presence of a large population pool over the age of 60, who have reduced immune level and is more susceptible to neurological disorders, heart difficulties, cancer, and spinal injuries, is also projected to be a high impact rendering driver for Patient Transport Services market expansion over the projection period.

According to the World Health Organization, the number of individuals aged 65 and more is expected to rise from an estimated 524 million in 2010 to nearly 1.5 billion in 2050. Arthritis, heart attacks, osteoporosis, obesity, and strokes are very common among older population.

Patients with severe illnesses may require both emergency and non-emergency services. As a result, the market is expected to rise as the geriatric population grows.

Medical tourism is also on the rise as a result of improved healthcare facilities and reimbursement rules. According to the Directorate-General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics of India's report "Export Health Services: 2015 to 2016," India had approximately 58,300 medical tourists with visas for medical travel in 2015 to 2016.

In addition, according to a data published by Ctrip, a renowned Chinese travel operator, medical tourism in China grew by 500% in 2016, with 500,000 outbound medical travels.

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How the Surge in Medical Tourism Propelled Demand for Patient Transport Services Market?

Patient Transport Services are expected to expand due to a better reimbursement system and a boost in medical tourism through forecast time frames. Medical tourism is frequently regarded by people in wealthy countries if the expense of treatment in their own country is significantly greater.

According to the "Patients Beyond Border" guidebook, average healthcare savings in the most-travelled destinations are Brazil (20-30%), Costa Rica (45-65%), India (65-90%), Malaysia (65-80%), Mexico (40-65%), Singapore (25-40%), South Korea (30-45%), Taiwan (40-55%), Thailand (50-75%), Turkey (50-65%), using the United States as a benchmark. India, Costa Rica, Turkey, Israel, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Mexico, South Korea, Thailand, and the United States are among the key medical tourism destinations.

Region-wise Analysis

Which Region is projected to Offer the Largest Opportunity for Patient Transport Services Market?

North America dominated the Patient Transport Services market in 2021, accounting for over 45% of the total revenue. Several major market participants, the need for high quality medical care, the region's well-functioning healthcare infrastructure, and agreeable reimbursement policies and regulatory reforms in the health sector all play significant roles in the growth of the sector.

The US healthcare system's emphasis on quality of care and value-based services has resulted in market expansion. Furthermore, the growth of community paramedicine in North America has contributed to the region's large market size.

Community paramedicine permits Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staffs to act outside of their conventional emergency response and transport roles by providing a variety of services such as preventive and primary care. The expansion of market in North America has been fueled by the introduction of fresh concepts and increased consumer demand for better services in this area.

The market in Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest over the course of the next decade. Improved medical care infrastructure and an increase in road accidents are among the major factors that are expected to drive the market in the region forward.

Traffic-related accidents in Asia Pacific often require emergency medical services, which crops up demand for the emergency medical equipment industry in the region. To avoid squandering of healthcare funding, government initiatives to develop infrastructure are expanding throughout the world.

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Country-wise Analysis

Which Country Lies at the Center Stage for Patient Transport Services Market Revenue?

The United States is expected to account for 2/5th of the global revenue by the end of 2032. Technologies that automate vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are making the industry more broadly streamlined by permitting new aircraft designs, services, and business models to be made.

Air mobility in metropolitan areas (Metropolitan air mobility, UAM) provides people with on-demand travel arrangements that help facilitate urban living.

Category-wise Insights

Which Patient Transport Services Segment is projected to Witness Fastest Growth among Transport Vehicle Type?

The Ground Ambulance segment is forecasted to grow at the highest CAGR of over 13.1% during 2022 to 2032. Vans or pickup trucks, cars/SUVs, motorcycles, bicycles, all-terrain vehicles, golf carts, and buses are examples of ground ambulances.

Ambulances are classified as Type I, Type II, Type III, and Type IV in the United States. Type I vehicles include rescue vehicles and Advanced Life Support vehicles with large truck chassis (ALS). Vans or pickup vehicles classified as Type II are used to transport patients for Basic Life Support (BLS).

Type III ambulances are van-based vehicles that perform similarly to Type I ambulances. Type IV trucks are used for impromptu patient transfers. Different areas have set criteria for ambulance design in terms of outside markings, equipment level, and crash resistance.

Why Demand for Air Ambulance is on Surge?

Air Patient Transport Services are anticipated to grow the fastest over the next three decades. Air ambulances will carry wounded passengers from the scene to medical facilities in airplanes, helicopters, or fixed-wing aircraft. These services are performed almost exclusively as a life-saving method of assisting and evacuating seriously injured or hurt patients.

With patient transfers from healthcare facilities being uncommon, patient evacuation generally is the focus of these missions. Air ambulances are quicker than ground and water ambulances, and they can reach remote areas where surface and water ambulances cannot reach. The main drawback of air Patient Transport Services is their high cost.

People are constantly searching for better and safer air medical services to be present in an efficient manner to various locations, which creates opportunities for market growth. Increasing congestion and more congested road systems are causing a rise in the demand for air transportation services.

Because these services can transport passengers to various locations more efficiently and safely, this has paved the way for new improvements in existing services, creating future demand for air Patient Transport Services.

Which Services Type of Patient Transport Services is expected to Score Highest Growth in the Coming Years?

The Emergency Services segment is forecasted to grow at the highest CAGR of over 11.3% during 2022 to 2032. In 2021, the emergency services category led industry revenue, with a 61.5% share. Historical trends Pollyanna predicts that the segment will experience considerable growth over the coming decade.

Factors that affect circulatory conditions, such as cardiac arrest, stroke, heart failure, and increased prevalence of COVID-19, are behind the forecasted increase.

Patients with severe injuries or illnesses, as well as those who require immediate medical attention, are served by emergency Patient Transport Services. BLS, ALS, paramedics, and Emergency Medical Technicians are all part of the emergency Patient Transport Services (EMT).

Every country has an emergency number for summoning Patient Transport Services to an accident scene, such as 911 in the United States, 999 in the United Kingdom, and 108 in India. Patient Transport Services provide medical and healthcare treatment to patients on the spot and transport them to medical facilities.

Competitive Analysis

To strengthen their position in the market, key firms use strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, and the development of new products. Among the leading players in the global Patient Transport Services market are Envision Healthcare, London Ambulance Service NHS Trust, Acadian Ambulance Service, BVG India Limited, America Patient Transport Services, Inc.

  • In September 2017, for example, BVG India Limited and the government of Andhra Pradesh cooperated to provide emergency medical services in the state. In Andhra Pradesh, the business offered 467 ambulances, including 389 basic life support and 76 advanced life support ambulances. This joint venture is projected to increase the company's revenue.

Similarly, recent developments related to providers of Patient Transport Services have been tracked by the team at Future Market Insights, which are available in the full report.

Patient Transport Services Market Report Scope

Attributes Details
Forecast Period 2022 to 2032
Historical Data Available for 2017 to 2021
Market Analysis USD Billion for Value
Key Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Europe; APAC; Middle East & Africa
Key Countries Covered United States, UK, China, South Korea, Japan
Key Market Segments Covered Transport Vehicle Type, Emergency Services Type, Equipment Type
Key Companies Profiled Envision Healthcare; London Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Acadian Ambulance Service; BVG India Limited; America Patient Transport Services, Inc; Falck Denmark A/S; Air Medical Group Holdings, Inc.; Air Methods Corporation; Ziqitza Healthcare Limited; Medivic Aviation
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Market Segments Covered in Patient Transport Services Market Analysis

By Transport Vehicle:

  • Ground Ambulance
  • Air Ambulance
  • Water Ambulance

By Emergency Services Type:

  • Emergency Services
  • Non-emergency Services

By Equipment Type:

  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) Patient Transport Services
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Patient Transport Services

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • Middle East and Africa(MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the current worth of the Patient Transport Services Market?

The global Patient Transport Services Market is worth more than USD 34.1 Billion at present.

What is the sales forecast for Patient Transport Services Market?

Value of Patient Transport Services are projected to increase at a CAGR of around 12% during 2022 to 2032.

What was the last 5 year’s market CAGR?

Value of Patient Transport Services Market increased at a CAGR of around 11% during 2017 to 2021.

What is a key trend shaping the growth of the market for Patient Transport Services Market?

The market is growing due to an increase in the number of traffic accidents and the incidence of cardiovascular disorders among consumers.

At what percentage is sales of Patient Transport Services Market going to register growth in US?

The market for Patient Transport Services Market in USA is projected to expand at a CAGR of around 13% during 2022 to 2032.

Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Market Overview
	3. Market Background
	4. Global Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032
	5. Global Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Transport Vehicle
		5.1. Ground Ambulance
		5.2. Air Ambulance
		5.3. Water Ambulance
	6. Global Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Emergency Services
		6.1. Emergency Services
		6.2. Non-emergency Services
	7. Global Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Equipment Type
		7.1. Advanced Life Support (ALS) Patient Transport Services
		7.2. Basic Life Support (BLS) Patient Transport Services
	8. Global Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Region
		8.1. North America
		8.2. Latin America
		8.3. Europe
		8.4. Asia Pacific
		8.5. MEA
	9. North America Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
	10. Latin America Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
	11. Europe Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
	12. Asia Pacific Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
	13. MEA Patient Transport Services Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
	14. Key Countries Patient Transport Services Market Analysis
	15. Market Structure Analysis
	16. Competition Analysis
		16.1. Envision Healthcare
		16.2. London Patient Transport Services NHS Trust
		16.3. Acadian Ambulance Service
		16.4. BVG India Limited
		16.5. America Patient Transport Services, Inc.
		16.6. Falck Denmark A/S
		16.7. Air Medical Group Holdings, Inc.
		16.8. Air Methods Corporation
		16.9. Ziqitza Healthcare Limited
		16.10. Medivic Aviation
	17. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
	18. Research Methodology

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