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U.S. Urgent Care Centers: Growth & Outlook

June 2025

At-a-glance for urgent care centers: Market growth, patient volumes, top diagnoses, and more. From the HIDA Learning Center

Market Growth

$46.7 billion in 2024
  • $55.2 billion projected by 2030
  • 15,000+ urgent care centers nationwide
  • Growth driven by rising patient demand and investor interest
18% growth

Urgent Care Patient Volumes

Over 200 million patient visits annually
  • Average 30 visits per clinic per day
  • Average net revenue of $132 per visit

Top Diagnoses

  • Acute Respiratory Diseases
  • Bodily Injuries
  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Ear Infections
  • Joint / Soft Tissue Diseases
54%

of the urgent care center payer mix is accounted for by private insurers

Market Leader

Concentra leads with 541 urgent care centers in 2025.

Hybrid Urgent Care / Emergency Room Care Model

  • 14 health systems in 12 states offer the hybrid care model in 2025
  • Designed to offer triage services and direct patients to appropriate and cost-effective care
  • Up to 50% of emergency room visits can be handled by an urgent care
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