Cutting-Edge Developments in Home Health Care: eWeLL's iBow Surpasses 20,000 Operational Stations Nationwide

Home Health Care Industry Hits New Milestone with eWeLL's iBow

On June 19, 2026, eWeLL Corporation, a leader in digital transformation within home healthcare, announced significant advancements in the home nursing sector following the latest survey results released by the Japan Home Nursing Business Association. The number of operational home nursing stations has officially surpassed the 20,000 mark, reaching 20,051 stations as of April 1, 2026. This achievement marks a historic moment for the sector, reflecting a surge of 1,297 new stations—representing a 6.9% increase from the previous year.

This notable growth has manifested yearly for 17 consecutive years since 2009, demonstrating a consistent upward trend in the demand for home health services. Furthermore, the country has seen annual new openings of home nursing stations exceed 2,400 for three straight years, a significant rise from prior years when the number was significantly lower.

The surge in demand for home healthcare services is influenced by several societal factors, including an aging population, a shift in healthcare towards home-based solutions, and recent increases in healthcare reimbursement rates. eWeLL interprets this growth as a testament to the dedication of nurses committed to caring for patients in their homes, which serves as a driving force behind new station openings across the country.

eWeLL's Role in the Home Nursing Market

The continuous growth and recent milestone underscore the increasing necessity for home nursing services in Japan's super-aged society. eWeLL perceives this rising trend as a reflection of the societal trust placed in the nursing profession, earned through the diligent work of professionals who interact daily with homebound patients.

Since its establishment in 2012, eWeLL has exclusively focused on the home nursing sector, with its electronic nursing record software, iBow, being utilized in 3,633 stations nationwide as of March 2026. This equates to approximately 18.1% market penetration among active stations, supporting over 100 million visits to patients thus far. The platform significantly aids healthcare practitioners by efficiently managing essential back-office operations, such as documentation, planning, scheduling, and billing.

eWeLL remains committed to the sustainable development of the home nursing industry through three primary initiatives:

1. Startup Support: The company provides a range of resources, including the iBow New Startup Perfect Course and free seminars on operational know-how to assist new entries into the market.

2. Quality and Productivity Enhancement: eWeLL enhances operational efficiency through digital solutions for documentation and AI tools that allow skilled professionals to concentrate on patient care, maximizing the inherent value of home nursing services.

3. Management Transparency: Tools like the iBow Board facilitate data-driven management decisions, helping prevent potential risks associated with disbanding stations and ensuring stable operations. This commitment aims to sustain local healthcare resources, allowing patients to receive care in their familiar surroundings.

As eWeLL harnesses its accumulated expertise and data in home nursing support, it aims to deliver continuous services that enhance both productivity and sustainable management, contributing to the industry's growth as home healthcare continues to evolve leading into 2040.

About eWeLL

With a mission focused on enhancing human well-being, eWeLL supports the operations of home healthcare through digital transformation services that improve productivity for medical professionals while enhancing patient quality of life. The eWeLL portfolio includes the specialized electronic nursing record software iBow and the Care Log platform, which optimizes community healthcare resources and efficiently supports hospital discharge processes. With daily usage by over 63,000 nursing professionals across 47 prefectures, eWeLL plays a crucial role in supporting over 920,000 home healthcare patients and facilitating over 100 million visits, contributing to a society where everyone can live in their hometown with comfort.

Company: eWeLL Corporation
Stock Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth (5038)
CEO: Norito Nakano
Headquarters: 4-1-3 Kutaro-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Founded: June 11, 2012
Business Scope: Operational support in home healthcare, offering SaaS tools like iBow and billing services.

For further information, visit the official eWeLL websites eWeLL, iBow, and Care Log.