Healthcare Transportation Services Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Emergency Medical Transportation {Basic Life Support Ambulances, Advanced Life Support Ambulances, Air Ambulances, and Others} and Non-Emergency Medical Transportation {Ambulatory Transportation, Stretchers, Wheelchairs, and Others}), By Provider Type (Private and Public), By Service Type (Patient Transport, Medical Products, and Others), By End-user (Hospitals & ASCs, Specialty Clinics, Nursing Care Facilities, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

The global healthcare transportation services market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for emergency medical services owing to the increasing number of road accidents and trauma cases. This is in conjunction with the growing focus on efficient healthcare infrastructure in developed and emerging countries. The growing geriatric population globally, along with the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions among the population, are some of the factors anticipated to fuel the market growth.

The healthcare transportation services focus on providing reliable, coordinated, and convenient transportation for patients to and from healthcare facilities and their homes.

• According to 2023 statistics by Population Pyramid, the population aged 60 years and above in Europe was around 198.2 million in 2023 compared to 195.7 million in 2022, witnessing a growth of nearly 1.3%.

Healthcare Transportation Services Market Driver

Rising Collaborations among Transportation Service Providers to Boost Market Growth

The growing demand for healthcare transportation services owing to the increasing number of trauma cases, road accidents, and critical illnesses among the population is resulting in a number of mergers among healthcare facilities and transportation service providers. The rising number of partnerships and acquisitions is expected to fuel the demand and adoption of these services.

• In March 2021, ArchCare, one of the healthcare systems in New York, partnered with Ride Health with the aim of launching a technology-based smart transportation system to provide non-emergency patient transportation across the city.

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According to 2021 data published by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the number of hospital visits to emergency departments in key countries of Europe is 6.4 to 63.0 per 100 population.

Healthcare Transportation Services Market Restraint

Limited Availability and Affordability of Healthcare Transportation Services in Emerging Countries May Hinder Market Growth

The limited healthcare infrastructure in emerging countries and regions such as Africa, Brazil, Mexico, and others, along with the high costs associated with transportation services affecting the affordability among the rural population, are some of the crucial factors expected to hinder the market growth.

• According to a June 2023 analysis published by the World Bank Group, approximately 10.6 million people in Colombia face lower availability of transportation services, among which 63.6% of the population reside in rural areas.

Healthcare Transportation Services Market Opportunity

Funding Initiatives for Healthcare in Developing Countries to Provide Growth Opportunities

The growing initiatives and funding to improve the healthcare transportation services and accessibility in underserved areas with higher numbers of road accidents, trauma cases, and others can significantly boost the market growth and overall healthcare accessibility over the forecast period.

• In July 2021, Deutsche Bank announced the financing of two new social loans worth USD 219.7 million with the Republic of Ghana. The funding will be used to improve critical care services and healthcare transportation infrastructure in Ghana.

Such initiatives are set to bolster growth opportunities for industry players.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Prevalence of Key Disorders, By Key Countries/Regions, 2023
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
• New Service Launches, By Key Players
• Number of Emergency Medical Visits, By Key Countries, 2023
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market 

Analysis by Type

By type, the market is segmented into emergency medical transporation and non-emergency medical transportation.

The emergency medical transportation segment accounted for a substantial market share in 2023. The rising number of chronic conditions, traumatic injuries, and accidents among the global general population are some of the major factors driving the growth of the segment in the market.

• According to 2021 statistics published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were around 140 million emergency department visits in the U.S.

Analysis by Provider Type

By provider type, the market for healthcare transportation services is divided into private and public.

The private segment accounted for a significant market share in 2023. The surge in the number of collaborations of private transportation providers and increasing investments to expand its services, facilities, and network to increase the availability and accessibility among the patient population are some of the major factors supporting the segment growth.

• In February 2024, AmeriPro Health, one of the leading providers of patient logistics, partnered with Whistler Capital partners with the aim of expanding its geographical footprint in the U.S. and accelerating its services to improve the patient care continuum.

Analysis by Service Type

By service type, the market is segmented into patient transport, medical products, and others.

The patient transport segment accounted for a prominent market share in 2023. Some of the factors driving the segment’s leading share is the increasing utilization of these services for the transport of the patient to and from healthcare facilities. Furthermore, an overwhelming number of patients and healthcare practioners are demanding efficient transportation services as they lead to better treatment adherence and improved patient care satisfaction.

• For instance, in June 2024, Uber announced the launch of Uber Health and healthcare transportation services platform, which enables patients to timely reach their medical appointments, which significantly reduces the patient no-shows and improves their timely attendance in medical appointments.

The launch of such services is projected to bolster the segmental growth.  

Analysis by End-user

By end-user, the market is divided into hospitals & ascs, specialty clinics, nursing care facilities, and others.

The hospitals & ASCs segment dominated the market in 2023. The growing number of hospitals, along with the increasing focus of hospitals to expand its infrastructure, including their transportation services, are some of the vital factors contributing to the segment growth.

• In November 2023, the Huntsville Hospital Health System in the U.S., entered into a partnership agreement with non-profit ambulance services with the aim of improving emergency medical transportation services and medical access to rural areas within the U.S.

Analysis by Region

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By region, the market for healthcare transportation services has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America held a dominating share in the market in 2023. The dominance is attributed to several factors, including the rising prevalence of chronic conditions among the population, the increasing number of traumatic injuries and emergency cases, and the well-established healthcare infrastructure in countries such as the U.S. In addition, the growing number of service launches by companies in the U.S. and Canada is another major factor driving the regional growth.

• In August 2024, Road Rescue, a brand of REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc., a premier manufacturer of ambulances popular with hospitals and fire departments, launched RediMedic ambulance with advanced features.

The Europe market exhibits a heightened focus on non-emergency medical transport services, particularly in the context of catering to patients necessitating regular medical treatments such as dialysis, heart attack, stroke, and sepsis.

• In June 2023, the University Hospital of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel unveiled a new state-of-the-art ambulance at UZ Brussel, with the primary objective of delivering the highest level of advanced care to all patients, even during transit to and from other medical facilities outside UZ Brussel.

The Asia Pacific market is poised to undergo notable advancements in the healthcare transportation services market owing to improving healthcare infrastructure among countries such as India, China, and others. The growing geriatric population, along with the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions among the population, are a few other factors contributing to the regional market expansion.

Key Players Covered

The competitive structure of the global healthcare transport service market exhibits significant competitive fragmentation, with heightened competition, ongoing services launches, joint ventures, and strategic market decisions all aimed at enhancing the operational effectiveness. The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Acadian Companies (U.S.)
• Global Medical Response (U.S.)
• Elite Medical Transport (U.S.)
• Pro Health Services, Inc. (U.S.)
• ERS Transition Ltd. (U.K.)
• MET Medical (U.K.)
• Immediate Care Medical (U.K.)
• Medicall Ltd (Ireland)

Key Industry Developments

• In June 2024, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in India, launched a 5G-enabled ambulance service in collaboration with the Indian GPS-based technology platform Medulance. This landmark initiative represents a significant advancement in emergency medical response, capitalizing on state-of-the-art technology to deliver unparalleled patient care.
• In February 2023, Aramark Healthcare partnered with Healthcare Plus Solutions Group with an aim to improve hospital services, including medical transportation, with innovative solutions.