Fifth Generation (5G) Technology in Telehealth Market Report 2025

The fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.44 billion in 2024 to $3.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to greater reliance on cross-border medical expertise, increasing use of mobile-based diagnostic imaging, higher patient preference for contactless healthcare delivery, wider integration of wearable sensors for chronic disease monitoring, and the growing importance of uninterrupted healthcare during natural disasters.

The fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.91 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for remote patient monitoring, increasing adoption of virtual consultations, expanded healthcare digitalization, growing need for real-time data transfer in healthcare, and stronger government support for telehealth infrastructure. Key trends in the forecast period include advancements in artificial intelligence-powered telehealth platforms, enhanced deployment of edge computing for healthcare data, innovations in immersive virtual reality-based patient care, integration of blockchain for secure medical records, and progress in robotics-assisted remote surgeries.

The rising need for remote healthcare services is anticipated to drive the expansion of fifth generation technology within the telehealth market in the future. Remote healthcare involves providing clinical care to patients through digital communication tools, eliminating the necessity for in-person visits. This demand is increasing because of enhanced accessibility and convenience, especially for patients living in rural regions or with mobility challenges who can now obtain specialized medical care without geographic limitations. Fifth generation technology in telehealth supports remote healthcare by offering ultra-fast, low-latency connections that allow real-time monitoring of patients, high-definition virtual consultations, and smooth data transfer. This improves access, quality, and timeliness of care regardless of where patients are located. For example, in August 2023, a survey by Vivalink, a US healthcare technology company, revealed that 81 percent of clinicians currently use remote patient monitoring, a rise from 20 percent in 2021, marking a 305 percent growth. Moreover, 84 percent of current RPM users plan to increase their usage in 2024. Thus, growing demand for remote healthcare services is fueling the growth of fifth generation technology in the telehealth sector.

Key players in the fifth generation technology in telehealth market are focusing on innovative approaches such as drone-based medicine delivery to enable faster and more remote healthcare access. This method uses unmanned aerial vehicles to transport medicines, vaccines, or medical supplies to hard-to-reach or remote areas, ensuring quick, reliable, and contactless delivery of essential healthcare items. For instance, in April 2023, M1 Limited, a Singapore telecommunications firm, partnered with Fullerton Health Group, a healthcare provider in Singapore, to introduce a 5G-enabled telemedicine service aimed at seafarers. This service features live teleconsultations with healthcare professionals onshore and employs 5G drones to deliver medicines directly to ships at sea, guaranteeing timely and effective healthcare access for maritime workers. It serves both seafarers aboard vessels and shipping company employees on land, as long as they are connected to the 5G network. This advancement enhances medical care accessibility in remote or difficult locations and demonstrates the significant role of fifth generation technology in transforming healthcare delivery, improving safety, and supporting the wellbeing of workers vital to global trade and supply chains.

In June 2023, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, a US-based IT service provider, acquired Athonet S.r.l. for an undisclosed price. This acquisition aims to strengthen Hewlett Packard’s presence in the private 5G market by helping telecom operators generate new revenue streams, simplify and speed up private network deployments for enterprises, and provide a unified edge-to-cloud connectivity solution. This solution combines private 5G, managed Wi-Fi, and advanced networking technologies to facilitate digital transformation in sectors such as healthcare, transport and logistics, utilities, and government. Athonet S.r.l., based in Italy, specializes in private cellular networking solutions including 5G for businesses across various industries.

Major players in the fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market are Verizon Communications Inc., AT&T Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, T-Mobile US Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Intel Corporation, Vodafone Group Plc, Qualcomm Technologies Inc., BT Group plc, Fujitsu Limited, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Nokia Corporation, Siemens Healthineers AG, GE HealthCare Technologies Inc., ZTE Corporation, M1 Limited, GlobalMed Holdings LLC, Visionable Limited, Telit Communications Limited.

North America was the largest region in the fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.

Fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth is a high-speed wireless communication system that allows real-time transmission of large medical data, including high-definition imaging and patient monitoring information. It enables advanced applications such as remote surgery, virtual consultations, and continuous health tracking by providing low latency and reliable connectivity. This technology improves the efficiency, responsiveness, and accessibility of healthcare services by ensuring seamless interaction between medical devices and healthcare systems.

The primary components of fifth-generation (5G) technology in telehealth are hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes the physical devices used in telehealth systems, such as sensors, monitoring instruments, tablets, and wearable medical devices that collect patient data and provide real-time connectivity with healthcare facilities for timely clinical insights. These components support different connectivity types, including device connectivity and network connectivity. They are applied in areas such as remote patient monitoring, real-time consultations, telemedicine, mobile health, and other applications, serving end-users such as hospitals, clinics, homecare settings, and other healthcare providers.

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The fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as remote diagnosis and consultation, virtual care services, mobile health monitoring, real-time video consultation, tele-intensive care unit services, remote surgery assistance, chronic disease management, and emergency response services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The fifth generation (5G) technology in telehealth market also includes sales of smart health monitors, portable diagnostic devices, virtual reality therapy devices, robotic surgery equipment, mobile health applications, connected ambulance solutions, digital imaging devices, and remote rehabilitation devices. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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