Epic Systems vs Veradigm (formerly Allscripts)
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 #6) 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 | Veradigm (formerly Allscripts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #6 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.2 |
| Best for | Large integrated health systems | Flexible options for all practice sizes |
| Pricing | $$$$$ (Implementation costs in millions) | $$$ ($300 to $700/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Verona, WI, USA | Chicago, IL, USA |
| Founded | 1979 | 1986 |
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
Veradigm (formerly Allscripts)
Offers a wide portfolio of EHRs tailored to different practice sizes.
veradigm.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.