NextGen Healthcare vs DrChrono
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices and The 11 Best Medical Billing Software. Last verified June 15, 2026.
The short answer
NextGen Healthcare ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #6) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system / Medical practices managing billing and revenue cycle. Best for specialty practices that require highly customizable clinical templates.
At a glance
| NextGen Healthcare | DrChrono | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #6 / The 11 Best Medical Billing Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.4 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Specialty practices needing customization | Mobile-first and Apple-centric practices |
| Pricing | $$$ ($379 to $649/mo/provider) | $$$ ($200 to $600/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Atlanta, GA, USA | Sunnyvale, CA, USA |
| Founded | 1974 | 2009 |
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.