Epic Systems vs NextGen Healthcare
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices. Last verified June 15, 2026.
The short answer
Epic Systems ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #5) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system. The gold standard for large hospitals needing a single, unified patient record.
At a glance
| Epic Systems | NextGen Healthcare | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #5 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.4 |
| Best for | Large integrated health systems | Specialty practices needing customization |
| Pricing | $$$$$ (Implementation costs in millions) | $$$ ($379 to $649/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Verona, WI, USA | Atlanta, GA, USA |
| Founded | 1979 | 1974 |
Epic Systems
The gold standard for large hospitals needing a single, unified patient record.
www.epic.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
NextGen Healthcare
Best for specialty practices that require highly customizable clinical templates.
www.nextgen.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.