U.S. Primary Care Physicians Market

U.S. Primary Care Physicians Market Overview

The U.S. Primary Care Physicians Market size was valued at USD XXX billion in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD XXX billion by 2030 with a CAGR of XY% from 2025-2030.

The U.S. primary care physicians market or primary care provider sector refers to the segment of the healthcare industry comprising medical professionals who provide comprehensive and accessible healthcare services to individuals and families. These services address different healthcare requirements, including preventive care, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses.

The market for general practitioners in the U.S. consists of different types of primary care providers such as family medicine doctors, internal medicine doctors, pediatricians, and geriatricians. It functions in various environments including private practices, group practices, hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, and telemedicine platforms. This industry is known for its emphasis on providing accessible, inclusive, and ongoing healthcare to patients, with an emphasis on overall health preservation and disease prevention.

Market Dynamics and Trends

The increase in chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory ailments in the U.S. requires periodic monitoring, medication management, patient education, and preventive measures, and that in turn is propelling the growthy of the primary care providers market in the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2024 stated that, around 129 million people in the U.S live with at one major chronic disease such as heart disease, cancer, and others. It is also stated that five out of ten people die due to the prevalence of such diseases. Such an increase in the number of chronic diseases raise the U.S. primary care physicians market demand for inclusive and accessible care in managing these diseases for improved outcomes in health.

Moreover, the growing elderly population in the U.S. is fueling the expansion of the primary care physician market, as older individuals often need ongoing monitoring and management of age-related health conditions. Primary care providers play a critical role in offering regular check-ups and preventive diagnostic services, ensuring effective treatment and improved patient outcomes.

As per the U.S. Census Bureau, the aging population in the country is increasing rapidly. The number of individuals aged 65 and older is projected to grow from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million by 2050, marking a significant rise of approximately 41.4%. This demographic shift creates demand for primary care services to meet the specific needs of elderly patients, thereby contributing significantly to the expansion of the primary care physicians market in the U.S.

Furthermore, increasing healthcare expenditure drives the U.S. primary care physicians market growth. As investments in healthcare rise, they enhance access to primary care services, facilitate preventive care service, and improve the management of chronic conditions. These factors collectively contribute to a stronger demand for primary care providers, further fueling market expansion.

As per the latest report published by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, National health expenditures (NHE), encompassing both public and private healthcare spending, are expected to increase from USD 4.8 trillion in 2023, or USD 14,423 per person, to USD 7.7 trillion in 2032, equivalent to USD 21,927 per person in the U.S. This surge in healthcare spending plays a pivotal role in shaping the primary care sector, ensuring that it remains a foundation of the U.S. healthcare system. However, shortage of primary care physicians in many parts of the U.S., particularly in rural and underserved urban areas restraints the growth of the market.

On the contrary, integration of healthcare technology, such as electronic health records (EHRs), artificial intelligence (AI) for clinical decision support, and remote monitoring devices, creates ample opportunities for the primary care providers market in the coming years.  AI in primary care supports physicians by analyzing data, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving diagnostic accuracy.

For instance, in October 2024, Amazon One Medical launched AI-powered tools designed to reduce administrative burdens for healthcare providers, allowing them to focus more on patient care. These tools, integrated into their proprietary electronic health record system, 1Life, leveraged AWS generative AI services, including Amazon Bedrock AI and AWS Health Scribe.

Market Segmentations and Scope of the Study

The U.S. primary care physicians market report is segmented on the basis of service type, physicians type and patient type. Based on service type, the market is divided into preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, behavioral health and maternity and pediatric care. Based on physicians type, the market is divided into general practitioners, internal medicine physicians, pediatricians and others. On the basis of patient type, the market is segmented into adult, geriatric and pediatric.

Competitive Landscape

Various key players operating in the U.S. primary care physicians industry includes MDVIP, 1Life Healthcare, Inc. (One Medical Group), Rhode Island Primary Care Physicians Corporation (RIPCPC), Duly Health and Care, Optum, Inc., ChenMed LLC, Allegheny Health Network, Colonial Healthcare, SIU HealthCare, The Johns Hopkins University, Cleveland Clinic, Advocate Aurora Health, and Mercy Health., Village Practice Management Company, LLC., Oak Street Health, and others. These companies are adopting various strategies, such as launch and partnerships, to remain dominant in the market.

For instance, in January 2024, Optum launched the Optum Provider Value Network to support independent primary care physicians (PCPs) in participating effectively in value-based care (VBC) contracts. This initiative addresses challenges such as infrastructure limitations and lack of scale by providing a dedicated interdisciplinary care team, advanced analytics for performance insights, and incentives aligned with VBC goals.

Moreover, in December 2023, Rhode Island Primary Care Physicians Corporation (RIPCPC) collaborated with healthcare technology firm Akido Labs, to enhance healthcare delivery across Rhode Island and expand their patient base significantly. The partnership combines RIPCPC's established primary care services with Akido's expertise in AI-driven population health management to provide effective primary care by physicians.

Furthermore, in October 2023, MDVIP partnered with Dr. Elizabeth B. Tucker, a board-certified internist to open primary care practice in Inlet Beach, Florida. Through MDVIP, Dr. Tucker focuses on preventive care, disease management, and building strong doctor-patient relationships by conducting comprehensive health assessments and personalized wellness plans.

Key Benefits

• The U.S. primary care physicians market report provides a quantitative analysis of the current market and estimations from 2025 to 2030. This analysis assists in identifying the prevailing market opportunities to capitalize on.

• The study comprises an extensive analysis of the current and future U.S. primary care physicians market trends to depict prevalent investment pockets in the industry.

• The information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the U.S. primary care physicians market is provided in the report. 

• The competitive analysis of the market players along with U.S. primary care physicians market share is provided in the report.

• The SWOT analysis and Porter's Five Forces model are elaborated in the study.

• The value chain analysis in the market study provides a clear picture of the roles of stakeholders.

U.S. Primary Care Physicians Market Key Segments

By Service Type

• Preventive Care

• Chronic Disease Management

• Acute Care

• Behavioral Health and Maternity

• Pediatric Care

By Physicians Type

• General Practitioners

• Internal Medicine Physicians

• Pediatricians

• Obstetricians/gynecologists

• Others

By Patient Type

• Adult

• Geriatric

• Pediatric

Key Players

• MDVIP

• One Medical Group

• Rhode Island Primary Care Physicians Corporation (RIPCPC)

• Duly Health and Care

• Optum, Inc.

• ChenMed LLC

• Allegheny Health Network.

• Colonial Healthcare

• SIU HealthCare

• The Johns Hopkins University

• Cleveland Clinic

• Advocate Aurora Health

• Mercy Health

• Village Practice Management Company, LLC.

• Oak Street Health

REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:

Parameters	Details
Market Size in 2024	USD XXX Billion
Revenue Forecast in 2030	USD XXX Billion
Growth Rate	CAGR XY% of from 2025 to 2030
Analysis Period	2024–2030
Base Year Considered	2024
Forecast Period	2025–2030
Market Size Estimation	Billion (USD)
Growth Factors	Increase in chronic diseases is driving the U.S. primary care physicians market. Rise in old age population is propelling the growth of the U.S. primary care physicians market. Rising healthcare expenditure drives the growth of the market.
Companies Profiled	15
Market Share	Available for 15 companies
Customization Scope	Free customization (equivalent up to 80 working hours of analysts) after purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope.
Pricing and Purchase Options	Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs.