Are medical spas profitable? That's a question only you can answer, but to give you an idea of the position of other MedSpa owners, it's key to know that, according to the American Medical Spa Association, an average medical spa has a profit margin of 20-25%. To determine if your medical spa works efficiently and generates enough money to be successful in the long term, you'll likely need to calculate your profit margin. Calculating the gross profit margin of the medical spa is quite simple. Subtract the cost of goods sold (COGS) from the total revenue, divide that number by the total income, and multiply it by 100.
This will give you the percentage of every dollar sold that your medical spa retains as a benefit. Although there is a large gap between 10% and 40%, that range makes sense in light of the 29% average profit margins of medical spas in general. Large companies or medical spas connected to dermatology centers should maintain net profit margins of at least 40%, while outpatient medical spas should target a profit margin in the 10-15% range. It's important to understand that medical spas come in many different shapes and sizes.
Independently managed day spas are sure to face very different financial realities than inpatient medical centers, for example. To ensure your business is running smoothly, it's essential to do your research when it comes to buying new equipment or software. Whether you're looking for a great EHR that automates your staff's activities so they can focus on the patient experience, or you're buying the next new medical device, make sure you understand all the details before making any decisions. As long as you handle the accounting details of your medical spa well, calculating the net profit margin is quite simple.
With that in mind, it's important to remember that even the smallest of errors could turn one red in the blink of an eye. AmSpa provides legal, compliance and commercial resources for medical spas and aesthetic medical practices - so make sure you take advantage of these resources if you need help.
