Forrester expects US healthcare providers’ technology budgets, including staff costs, to reach $69 billion in 2026, up from $64 billion in 2025, representing 7.6% year-over-year (YOY) growth. Healthcare providers’ tech spending will make up 2.4% of US total tech budget spending in 2026. This report provides technology spending priorities, initiatives, and budget outlook for US healthcare providers in 2026.