The teleradiology services market is expected to grow from US$ 2,392.28 million in 2022 to US$ 8,313.27 million by 2030; it is anticipated to record a CAGR of 16.8% from 2022 to 2030. With increasing medical device connectivity usage, the need for a better network and technology also arises, and 5G is one such technology that is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
The factors driving the market include a shortage of radiologists and doctors and a growing adoption of teleradiology services. Furthermore, adopting artificial intelligence (AI) in teleradiology has created growth opportunities for the teleradiology services market over the upcoming forecast period. Although it is difficult in the near term to create and train the number of radiologists required to meet the demand, the adoption of intelligent solutions and newer technologies, such as AI and the Internet of Things (IoT), can be the key to the next breakthrough in patient care.
There has been a substantial shortage of healthcare professionals, such as radiologists, physicians, and doctors worldwide. According to the article ‘Minding the Gap: Strategies to Address the Growing Radiology Shortage,’ published in July 2023, about 80% of the health systems report shortages in their radiology department. In addition, as per the Association of American Medical Colleges analysis, the shortage of radiologists and other specialists could exceed 35,000 by 2034. As per the article ‘Workforce Crisis in Radiology in the UK and the Strategies to Deal With It: Is Artificial Intelligence the Saviour?’ published by the National Library of Medicine, there was a shortfall of 33% in the radiology workforce in the UK in 2020, which is expected to rise to 44% by 2024. As per the same article, about 71% of clinical directors of UK radiology departments feel that they do not have sufficient radiologists to deliver safe and effective patient care.
Teleradiology is a branch of telemedicine that involves transmitting radiological medical images in multiple modalities from one location to another to share studies with other radiologists and physicians for analysis and interpretation purposes. Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in November 2019, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued guidance in February 2020 for healthcare providers and persons in the affected areas to maintain social distancing and offer clinical services through virtual means such as telehealth. The CDC conducted a study of the frequency of use of telehealth services during the early pandemic period, analyzing visits from four of the largest US telehealth providers that offer services in all states.
The emergence of the IoT has propelled the development of various health practices to improve population health. These services have been extensively informative and can be used for a variety of purposes across single condition and cluster condition management, including allowing healthcare professionals to track and monitor patient progress remotely, improving self-management of chronic conditions, assisting in the early detection of abnormalities, and accelerating symptom identification and clinical diagnoses. Further, IoT-powered apps have the potential to make better use of healthcare resources while providing high-quality, low-cost medical treatment. For instance, the Mobile MIM app was the first medical app in Apple's App Store. It is used to view, register, fuse, and show medical images from SPECT, PET, CT, MRI, X-ray, and ultrasound examinations for diagnosis purposes. Mobile MIM enhances physicians' access to pictures and allows them to consult with peers by providing wireless and portable access to medical images. AI can assist in creating an inbuilt system that prioritizes cases based on protocol requirements.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the teleradiology services market analysis are product and end user.
The geographic scope of the teleradiology services market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.
In North America, the US is the largest market for teleradiology services. Teleradiology has emerged as a potential solution, with small stroke experts guiding local emergency physicians through a thorough neurological exam, imaging review, and management decisions. According to IntechOpen, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the US, with one stroke occurring approximately every 40 seconds and stroke-related death occurring roughly every 4 minutes. Teleradiology networks use digital technology for two-way, high-definition video teleconferencing to bridge these differences by providing safe, efficient, and affordable care to underserved communities across the US.
Teleradiology networks, such as traditional practices, must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which regulates the protection of health information in the country. The increased use of teleradiology nationwide provides more extensive access to acute care expertise without delay and helps fill gaps in regional access to stroke care.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Teleradiology Services Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Teleradiology Services Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2022 | US$ 2,392.28 Million |
| Market Size by 2030 | US$ 8,313.27 Million |
| Global CAGR (2022 - 2030) | 16.8% |
| Historical Data | 2020-2021 |
| Forecast period | 2022-2030 |
| Segments Covered |
By Deployment Type
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Teleradiology Services Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Teleradiology Services Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The Teleradiology Services Market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the teleradiology services market are listed below:
The “Teleradiology Services Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
The market is expected to register a CAGR of 17.2% during 2023–2031.
Aster Medical Imaging LLC, ONRAD Inc , RAYUS Radiology Services, Medavis GmbH, Real Radiology LLC, Teleradiology Solutions Inc, Envision Healthcare Corp, Vital Radiology Services, Telediagnosys LLC, Agilus Diagnostics Ltd.
With increasing medical device connectivity usage, and 5G is one such technology that is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
The factors driving the market include a shortage of radiologists and doctors and a growing adoption of teleradiology services. However, security and privacy concerns hinder the market growth.
North America dominated the teleradiology services market in 2023