The primary care physicians market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The primary care physicians market has experienced significant growth in recent years. It is expected to rise from $913.28 billion in 2024 to $964.99 billion in 2025, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%.
The growth during the historical period is mainly attributed to advancements in medical education, evidence-based medicine, advocacy by professional organizations, evolving workforce models, and increasing patient empowerment and engagement.
The primary care physicians market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The primary care physicians market is projected to reach $1185.32 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.3%.
The growth is attributed to a shift to value-based care, patient preferences, public health events, consumerism in healthcare, and integration of behavioral health services. Major trends include virtual reality for pain management, blockchain for data security, robotic assistance, natural language processing for documentation, and gamification for patient engagement.
The increase in hospital admissions is projected to fuel a surge in the primary care physician market. When patients are admitted for either medical treatment or observation, this is categorized as hospitalization. The mounting rate of hospitalizations is attributed to the escalating number of chronic diseases, advanced treatments demanding hospital care, and transformations in healthcare policies impacting access to primary care. By quickly addressing health concerns, effectively managing chronic diseases, and offering continuous aligned care, primary care physicians greatly minimize the span and frequency of hospitalizations. This strategy enhances patient results and lowers healthcare expenditure. In a report disclosed by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, a government agency founded in Australia, in May 2024, the number of hospitalizations in 2022–23 reached 12.1 million, indicating a 4.6% advancement from 11.6 million in 2021–22. So, the escalating rate of hospitalizations is contributing to the expansion of the primary care physician market.
The primary care physicians market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Service Type: Preventive Care, Chronic Disease Management, Acute Care, Maternal And Child Health, Other Service Types
2) By Physician Type: General Practitioners (GPs), Family Medicine Physicians, Internal Medicine Physicians, Pediatricians, Other Physician Types
3) By Patient Type: Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric
4) By Practice Setting: Solo Practices, Group Practices, Hospital-Based Practices, Other Practice Settings
5) By End-Use: Medical Clinics, Point Of Care Settings, Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Out Patient Department, Teleconsultation, Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Preventive Care: Immunizations And Vaccinations, Health Screenings (Cancer Screenings, Cholesterol, Diabetes), Wellness Check-Ups, Lifestyle Counseling (Diet, Exercise, Smoking Cessation), Mental Health Screening, Smoking Cessation Programs
2) By Chronic Disease Management: Diabetes Management, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Management, Asthma Or COPD Management, Cardiovascular Disease Management, Chronic Pain Management, Obesity Management
3) By Acute Care: Urgent Care Services, Injury Treatment (Fractures, Sprains), Infections (Pneumonia, Flu), Short-Term Illnesses (Colds, Gastrointestinal Issues), Wound Care, Minor Surgical Procedures
4) By Maternal And Child Health: Prenatal Care, Postnatal Care, Infant And Pediatric Care, Family Planning And Contraception, Vaccination Of Children, Newborn Screening
5) By Other Service Types: Geriatric Care, Palliative And End-Of-Life Care, Weight Management And Nutrition Counseling, Telemedicine Services, Mental Health Counseling, Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation, Health Education Services
Leading companies within the primary care physician market are concentrating their efforts on the creation of innovative solutions, like virtual curbside consults, to ensure a competitive advantage in the industry. Virtual curbside consults are consultations between healthcare professionals, usually primary care physicians and experts, that take place through digital communication technology. For example, in July 2023, Summus Global Inc., an American virtual specialty care company, introduced a new tool called the peer-to-peer platform. This platform connects healthcare professionals with experts for eConsulting, and offers immediate access to specialist recommendations. This enables primary care doctors to engage with experts and make rapid, knowledgeable decisions. The user-friendly interface of this platform promotes straightforward communication via safe messaging, video conferencing or telephonic consultations.
Major companies operating in the primary care physicians market are:
• 3M Company
• Medtronic Inc.
• Siemens Healthineers AG
• General Electric Healthcare
• Cleveland Clinic Foundation
• New York University Langone Hospitals
• The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
• Duke University Health System Inc.
• Mayo Clinic
• Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• 1Life Healthcare Inc.
• ChenMed LLC
• MDVIP Inc.
• Crossover Health Medical Group APC
• New West Physicians P.C.
• Duly Health and Care S.C.
• Colonial Healthcare LLC
• HealthCare Partners Medical Group Inc.
• Rhode Island Primary Care Physicians Corporation
North America was the largest region in the primary care physicians market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the primary care physicians market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.