PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1775086
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1775086
The healthcare consulting services market is projected to reach USD 51.95 billion by 2030 from USD 32.17 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 10.1% during the forecast period. The growing demand for adopting electronic health records, telehealth, and AI-driven diagnostics, along with the shift toward value-based care and operational cost pressures, is driving demand for expert advisory services. Additionally, expanding healthcare infrastructure in emerging markets and innovation in pharma and MedTech fuel market growth.
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Years Considered for the Study | 2024-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD billion) |
Segments | Service Type, End User, and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East & Africa, and GCC Countries |
By service type, the IT & digital transformation consulting services segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period.
By service type, the healthcare consulting services market is segmented into IT & digital transformation consulting services; strategy consulting services; operation consulting services; financial consulting services; HR & talent consulting services; marketing, sales, and commercialization consulting services; regulatory & compliance; R&D consulting services; public health consulting services; and other services. The highest growth rate of the IT & digital transformation consulting services segment is attributed to the increasing adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) and telemedicine platforms; the utilization of AI for diagnostics & operations; the importance of cloud computing; and the advancement of cybersecurity solutions.
By end user, the pharmaceutical & biotechnology companies segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024.
The healthcare consulting services market is segmented by end users into government bodies, healthcare providers, health insurance payers, pharmaceutical & biotechnological companies, medical device companies, and other end users. The pharmaceutical & biotechnological companies segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024. This dominance is driven by their growing need for cost optimization in API operations, formulation development, and supply chain management. These companies also face complex and frequently changing regulatory requirements, necessitating expert guidance on compliance, mergers and acquisitions, product launch strategies, and brand management.
By region, North America accounted for the largest market share in 2024.
The global healthcare consulting services market is segmented into North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. In 2024, North America accounted for the largest market share. The large share of this segment is attributed to the highly developed healthcare infrastructure, substantial healthcare spending, widespread adoption of digital health technologies, and strong regulatory frameworks. The presence of leading healthcare consulting firms, advanced payer-provider models, and continuous investment in value-based care, AI, and patient experience further reinforces North America's leadership in the sector.
Key Players
The prominent players in this market are Accenture Plc (Ireland), Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (US), Deloitte (UK), McKinsey & Company (UK), PwC (UK), Ernst & Young Global Limited (EY) (UK), Huron Consulting Group Inc. (US), and KPMG (UK), among others.
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