Oracle Health (Cerner) 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
Oracle Health (Cerner) ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #5) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system. Top-tier EHR for inpatient hospital environments and large systems.
At a glance
| Oracle Health (Cerner) | NextGen Healthcare | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #5 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Best for | Hospitals with complex workflows | Specialty practices needing customization |
| Pricing | $$$$$ (Implementation costs in millions) | $$$ ($379 to $649/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Austin, TX, USA | Atlanta, GA, USA |
| Founded | 1979 | 1974 |
Oracle Health (Cerner)
Top-tier EHR for inpatient hospital environments and large systems.
www.oracle.com/healthSee 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.