General Medical and Surgical Hospitals in the US

Waiting Room Only

Demand for beds, especially amongst the elderly, is the only thing that is healthy in hospitals. Although the industry is licensed, accredited and complies with stringent regulations, it is faced with increasing competition and crippling costs. Hospitals have the patients but they need healthier pricing, quality medical staff, wider niche and specialized services, positive referrals, and a good dose of savvy marketing.

This industry comprises establishments known and licensed as general medical and surgical hospitals primarily engaged in providing diagnostic and medical treatment (both surgical and nonsurgical) to inpatients with any of a wide variety of medical conditions. These establishments maintain inpatient beds and provide patients with food services that meet their nutritional requirements. These hospitals have an organized staff of physicians and other medical staff to provide patient care services. These establishments usually provide other services, such as outpatient services, anatomical pathology services, diagnostic X-ray services, clinical laboratory services, operating room services for a variety of procedures, and pharmacy services. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.