U.S. Nurse Call Systems Market Size, Share, Analysis, By Technology (Wired and Wireless), By Product (Basic Button Based Systems, Mobile Integrated Systems, IP Based Systems, and Others), By End-user (Hospitals, Assisted Living and Nursing Centers, Home Care Setting, and Others), and Country Forecast, 2024-2032

The U.S. nurse call systems market size was worth USD 642.3 million in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period.

Nurse call systems are medical devices that help in patient monitoring and have been proven beneficial for nursing critical care patients. The rising prevalence of chronic diseases in the country is increasing the work pressure on healthcare professionals. This increased pressure is surging the demand for such solutions that optimize work in hospitals and critical care centers. The implementation of advanced communication systems, such as nurse call systems, addresses this need for work optimization. To decrease medical errors and improve patient care, healthcare institutes are adopting such communication systems, which is anticipated to drive the demand for these products in the country.

• According to a study published by Excel Medical in 2022, nurses in every state in the U.S. care for an average of 6.3 per patient, significantly exceeding the 4 proposed patients.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the U.S. nurse call systems market growth negatively due to disruption in the supply chain, which declined its installation rate in various healthcare settings.

LATEST TRENDS

Gradual Shift in Preference Toward Homecare Setting Devices

In recent years, a gradual shift has been witnessed among elderly individuals toward receiving care at home settings, especially for age-related disorders that require constant care. The growing prevalence of these age-related disorders has prompted manufacturers to develop products that can be easily installed and operated in homes. The incorporation of remote monitoring in nurse call systems contributes to enhanced patient care, resulting in greater adoption of these devices.

• According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), there has been a strong and sustained increase in the number of Alzheimer's disease cases in the U.S., with the number of patients expected to triple by 2060.

DRIVING FACTORS

Growing Application Areas Coupled with an Increasing Number of Assisted Living Centers to Spur Market Growth

Nurse call systems offer several applications, such as emergency medical alarms, workflow optimization, wander control, fall detection and prevention, and monitoring. Growing applications associated with the nurse call systems industry will significantly increase its adoption rate. The expansion of its application areas is anticipated to increase its adoption in various healthcare settings, such as assisted living centers.

In July 2021, as per an article published by Consumer Affairs, more than 810,100 people resided in assisted living facilities in the U.S. and there is a need for nearly 1 million new senior living units by 2040. In addition, the average gender ratio in assisted living centers is 71.0% female and 29.0% male. This growing number of assisted living centers is likely to drive the adoption rate of these products across the country.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Implementation Cost of the Systems May Hamper the Market Growth

A significant obstacle to widespread adoption is the costs associated with implementing these systems in various healthcare settings. Installation of these systems also involves other costs such as base software and hardware costs, software maintenance fee, nurse/caregivers training module cost, and others.

According to an article published by the MDBuyline in 2023, the average purchase price of a nurse call system for a standard room ranges from USD 2,500 to USD 4,250 with software maintenance agreement (SMA) charges varying between 15% to 18% annually.

Collectively, these expenses constitute a significant investment for hospitals or any healthcare facility. The restricted budgets in certain healthcare settings may pose a a significant challenge, limiting the adoption rate of these products.

According to the Population Reference Bureau 2020 report, the number of Americans aged 65 and older were nearly 54.1 million in 2019, accounting for 16.0% in the U.S. population. The population is expected to increase by 21.6% by 2040 and will nearly double to 94.7 million in 2060.

SEGMENTATION

By Technology Analysis

By technology, this market is divided into wired and wireless.

The wired segment held the largest share in the market in 2022. They are recognized as the traditional call bell solution and the technology is well known and highly regarded across the sector. Moreover, the associated hardware costs are traditionally lower since there are no built-in radio modules to purchase. The reliability offered by the wired nurse call system is anticipated to drive the segment’s growth during the forecast period.

• According to a blog published by Northeast Protection Partners, Inc., in May 2021, wired systems required less maintenance, contributing to reduced operation costs for healthcare facilities. Furthermore, a wired system is regarded as more reliable than a wireless call system. Wired signals are not susceptible to interference and do not run on battery power. This reduces concerns related to low batteries affecting signal strength or device functionality.

By Product Analysis

By product, the market is segmented into basic button based systems, mobile integrated systems, IP based interconnectivity systems, and others.

The basic button based systems dominated the U.S. nurse call systems market share in 2022. The segment’s growth is mainly driven by the comparatively lower cost of these systems and their high compatibility with various healthcare institution. These devices are comparatively more user-friendly among the geriatric population, who are not well-versed with technology, thereby making button-based systems more convenient.

• According to a study published by Aging Clinical and Experimental Research in 2020, it was concluded that the implementation of call bells positioned within reach of patients increased supervision of patients with dementia and reduced the rate of adverse events in hospitals.

By End-user Analysis

By end-user, the market is segmented into hospitals, assisted living & nursing centers, homecare settings, and others.

The hospitals segment dominated the market in 2022. Rising healthcare IT spending by hospitals is expected to drive the growth of the hospitals segment during the forecast period. Furthermore, the enhanced integration of electronic health record (EHR) and nurse call systems in hospital settings is expected to fuel the segment’s growth.

• According to an article published by Redox Inc. in July 2023, approximately 88% of hospitals and health systems in the U.S. are planning to increase their third-party technology investment in 2023-2024. In fact, 40% of clinical leaders identify integration and middleware in their IT operations as crucial components for facilitating transformative changes in their operations.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Players operating in the global market are focusing on expanding their customer base through strategic alliances with hospitals. Hill-Rom Services Inc., AMETEK. Inc., and Ascom, are adopting similar growth strategies to maintain their dominance in the market.

Hill-Rom Services Inc., is expanding its distribution and supply chain network by collaborating with established companies; Baxter International Inc. and Ascom who are actively investing in R&D efforts in order to introduce advanced nurse call systems.

Other prominent players, such as Stanley Healthcare, Cornell Communications, JNL Technologies, and others are engaged in strategic acquisitions and new product launches to increase their market presence.

LIST OF KEY COMPANIES PROFILED:

• JNL Technologies (U.S.)


• Cornell Communications (U.S.)


• Ascom Holding AG (Switzerland)


• Rauland (AMETEK, Inc.) (U.S.)


• Televic (Belgium)


• Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc. (U.S.)


• SCHRACK SECONET AG. (Austria)


• Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.)


• Azure Healthcare Limited (Australia)


• Hill Rom Services Inc. (U.S.)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• July 2023 – Lifeline Senior Living, a division of Connect America collaborated with Amazon to create nurse call system with voice-enabled features. This innovative system is designed for use in assisted living and independent living communities across North America.


• August 2021 –  RFT received UL 1069 certification for its Quick Response Pro wireless nurse call system. The certification is a standard requirement for skilled nursing facilities.


• June 2021 – Super Nurse Call, a U.S.-based company, introduced a new ENS48 wireless annunciator. This simple, inexpensive nurse call panel provides exceptional care and response time to the residents.

REPORT COVERAGE

The U.S. nurse call systems market report provides a detailed analysis of the market. It focuses on key aspects such as new product launches, by key players, and key industry developments. In addition, it includes technological advancements in these systems and the impact of COVID-19 on the market. Besides this, the report also offers insights into market trends and highlights key industry dynamics. In addition to the aforementioned factors, it encompasses several factors that have contributed to the growth of the market in recent years.

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