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Healthcare Consulting Services
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Healthcare Consulting Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
This report is intended to assist buyers of healthcare consulting services. Healthcare consultants work with businesses such as hospitals, physicians, pharmaceutical companies and insurance providers to provide specialized business consulting in financial management, human resources, information technology and other areas. For example, consultants can help healthcare organizations improve patient care, reduce operating costs and ensure regulatory compliance, among other business improvements.
This Report Includes:
- Clinical Operations Consulting
- Healthcare Systems & Processes (strategy, technology, revenue, performance, finance, sustainability, etc.)
- Medical Technology Implementation
- Payer or Insurance Provider Strategies
- Public Healthcare System Consulting
Not in this Report:
- Medical Staffing Services
- HR Consulting Services
Global Healthcare Consulting Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Healthcare Consulting Services market.
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GSA memo asks agencies to review consulting contracts
- The General Services Administration (GSA) recently issued a memorandum asking government agencies to review their consulting contracts with the ten highest-paid firms. The ten firms are Accenture PLC (Accenture Federal Services), Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., CGI Group Inc. (CGI Federal), Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (Deloitte Consulting), General Dynamics Corporation (General Dynamics IT), Guidehouse Inc., Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. (HII Mission Technologies), International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), Leidos Holdings, Inc., and Science Applications International Corporation, Inc. (SAIC).
- The memo states that agencies are strongly encouraged to cut non-essential consulting contracts, providing a list of those intended to be terminated by March 7, 2025. By April 19, 2025, agencies must submit their reviews of non-GSA consulting service contracts.
- According to the GSA, the ten consulting firms identified are set to receive $65.0 billion in fees in 2025. The Department of Defense (DoD) has stated its intention to terminate or descope contracts non-essential to the DoD’s purposes; some of the largest market players with high-value DoD contracts include Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and Accenture.
- According to the Government Accountability Office, in the fiscal year 2023, government agencies spent $478.0 billion on services, with the DoD accounting for $230.0 billion and non-defense agencies accounting for the rest. The DoD spent $21.3 billion on support, professional, and engineering and technical services, while non-defense agencies spent $21.4 billion on professional services, which includes consulting, training, and support services.
- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) initially cancelled 875 contracts (amounting to around $2.0 billion) but has currently paused efforts. However, contract terminations across most agencies are expected to continue.
Global Healthcare Consulting Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 16,145 |
| #2 Europe | 14,945 |
| #3 United States | 11,475 |
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Geography Drilldown - US & Europe
Average Cost of Healthcare Consulting Services
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2026 Market Pricing$100.00 to $XXX.XX
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Average Price
Prices in the Healthcare Consulting Services market range from $100.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Project Scope & Type of Work, Type of Contract and Size & Reputation of Consulting Firm. For example, lower prices are associated with Research & coaching ($100 to $200 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with New business development ($200 to $600 per hour).
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Healthcare Consulting Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Healthcare Consulting Services market, prices in the US have grown 3.5% from 2022 to 2025. Meanwhile, the recent three-year CAGR for Europe is +3.2%.
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Healthcare Consulting Services
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Healthcare Consulting Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
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Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.5 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Forecast Price Trend. It is most negatively impacted by Recent Price Volatility. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Low, which has a positive impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
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Tier Suppliers
- Computer & Packaged Software Wholesalers
- Office Supply Stores
- Law Firms
- Commercial Real Estate
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Computer Manufacturers
- Office Supply Manufacturers
- Employment & Recruiting Agencies
- Commercial Banks
Biggest Healthcare Consulting Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Healthcare Consulting Services vendors by revenue in the US are Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., Huron Consulting Group Inc. and CloudMed, LLC. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Unitedhealth Group Incorporated | Global | EDEN PRAIRIE | >10,000 | 15-20 | ||||
| Accenture Plc | International | DUBLIN | >10,000 | 15-20 | ||||
| Huron Consulting Group Inc. | Global | CHICAGO | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. | Global | MCLEAN, VA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Science Applications International Corporation | Global | RESTON, VA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Fti Consulting, Inc. | Global | WASHINGTON, DC | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Guidehouse Inc. | International | CHICAGO, IL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Healthcare Consulting Services market is 9.3% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Average vendor risk in the market is low as suppliers benefit from low competition from substitutes and strong profit levels.
Supply chain risk is low for healthcare consulting services as the market is a service market. Market vendors are relatively unaffected by current supply chain disruptions.
Market share concentration among top healthcare consulting firms is moderate, with the top three suppliers holding over 40.0% of the total market share.
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises.
Supplier Information
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services,... Subscribe to learn more
Accenture Plc
Accenture Plc is a public company operating internationally in the mining, information, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include mobile enterprise application platforms, claims management software,... Subscribe to learn more
Unitedhealth Group Incorporated
Unitedhealth Group Incorporated is a public company operating globally in the finance and insurance, professional, scientific and technical services and healthcare and social assistance sectors. The company's offerings include flexible spending account management services, healthcare consulting services, Subscribe to learn more
Huron Consulting Group Inc.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. is a global professional services firm that offers strategic, operational, financial, people, and organizational-related solutions. It delivers consulting services, managed services, and outsourcing services, as well as technology and analytics services. It primarily serves the... Subscribe to learn more
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp is a private company operating globally in the finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include management consulting services, environmental,... Subscribe to learn more
Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. is a public company operating globally in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The company's offerings include management consulting services, it consulting services, healthcare consulting services, data privacy consulting services, it systems integration services.... Subscribe to learn more
CloudMed, LLC
CloudMed, LLC is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include healthcare consulting services. Founded in 1996, the company is currently headquartered in Plano, Texas, United States of America with an estimated 750 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Computer Task Group Inc.
Computer Task Group Inc. is a public company operating internationally in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The company's offerings include healthcare consulting services. Founded in 1966, the company is currently headquartered in AMHERST, New York, United States of America with Subscribe to learn more
Fti Consulting, Inc.
Fti Consulting, Inc. is a public company operating globally in the mining, information, professional, scientific and technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include e-discovery software, oil & gas field consulting... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Healthcare Consulting Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Performance Standards and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Response Time |
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Response rate Number of missed responses |
Buyers should procure consulting services from a vendor that responds quickly to issues and questions. Long response times and poor communication significantly reduce the value of the service, as this increases the chances of misunderstandings and missed deliverables. |
| Customer Retention Rate |
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Average customer relationship length Number of lost customers Number of customer win-backs |
The customer retention rate is a strong signal of customer satisfaction with the work provided by the healthcare consultant. Vendors with many long-term clients can also provide more reliable references. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
What professional experience do the consultants assigned to this project have?
Which companies have you worked with in the past? Can we contact them?
Experience Qualifications
Can you provide an example of how you helped a client successfully transition from volume-based care to performance-based care?
How do you ensure that your customers are aware of changes in regulations, particularly those related to healthcare reform?
Value-Added Services
Does your firm specialize in healthcare consulting? Or do you only provide healthcare consulting to specific clients?
Do you provide any value-added services? If so, what other services do you offer?
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Healthcare Consulting Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide a general overview of their organization, including facility type (e.g., hospital or pharmaceutical company) and size (e.g., number of beds, patients, or employees).
Buyers should specify in which cities, states, and countries they operate.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide a detailed description of the services that the successful vendor will be required to provide.
Buyers should outline the critical issues they currently face (e.g., improving quality of patient care or reducing operating costs).
Project Budget
If one exists, buyers should specify their budget for the desired healthcare consulting services and related products and services.
Buyers should explain how pricing will be determined and how additional costs will be calculated.
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