Outpatient Volumes To Surge 18%: How AI Is Reshaping Capital Allocation Across The Care Continuum
New industry forecasts project that adult outpatient volumes will increase by 18% over the next decade, while inpatient discharges are expected to grow by just 5%. Artificial intelligence is accelerating this transformation by changing not only how care is delivered but also how capital is allocated. Health systems are optimizing existing resources to improve efficiency, increase patient access, and deliver care in lower-cost, more convenient settings.
