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Head-to-head · Patient Management

PatientNow vs NexHealth

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score PatientNow #3 in Patient Management 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 6 features Visit PatientNow
NexHealth #6 in Patient Management 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 6 features Visit NexHealth

PatientNow leads on 0 checks, NexHealth on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePatientNow · 8.7/10

PatientNow scores higher on our rubric for patient management: 8.7 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

PatientNow is the better fit for aesthetic and specialty clinics with deep workflow needs. NexHealth is the better fit for practices prioritizing EHR-connected engagement.

  • PatientNow fits best

    Aesthetic and specialty clinics with deep workflow needs

  • NexHealth fits best

    Practices prioritizing EHR-connected engagement

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Side by side

Feature PatientNow 8.7/10 Visit ↗ NexHealth 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.4
Ranking #3 in Patient Management #6 in Patient Management
Best for Aesthetic and specialty clinics with deep workflow needs Practices prioritizing EHR-connected engagement
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Phone, Docs Email, Phone, Docs
Compliance HIPAA, SOC 2 HIPAA, PCI DSS
Integrations 15 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features PatientNow 1/6 · NexHealth 1/6
Appointment scheduling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Patient portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Digital intake forms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Telehealth visits ✓ ✓
Automated reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
EHR integration Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines online booking, reminders, waitlists and recurring treatments
  • Patient records include charting, photos, prescriptions, labs and telehealth
  • Integrates with specialty, lab, payment and accounting services
  • Books appointments against real-time availability synced to health records
  • Combines reminders, recalls, intake forms, waitlists and patient messaging
  • Syncs online payments and payment requests with health record systems
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales for a quote and demo
  • Full application is Windows-only; mobile access is limited to schedule management
  • Pro is needed for full EMR, labs and insurance workflows
  • Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed by plan
  • Setup depends on compatibility with supported health record systems
  • Telehealth is mentioned, but dedicated product details are limited
Our verdict

PatientNow combines practice management and electronic medical records for aesthetic and wellness practices, including med spas, plastic surgery, dermatology, weight loss, IV therapy and wellness clinics. Its workflow spans online booking…

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NexHealth brings patient-facing front-office workflows together for healthcare practices. Patients can book appointments online, submit digital intake forms and receive reminders, while staff can manage recalls, waitlist requests,…

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  1. PatientNowPatient Management 8.7Pricing on request
  2. NexHealthPatient Management 8.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • PatientNow — where it wins

    • Combines online booking, reminders, waitlists and recurring treatments
    • Patient records include charting, photos, prescriptions, labs and telehealth
    • Integrates with specialty, lab, payment and accounting services

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales for a quote and demo
    • Full application is Windows-only; mobile access is limited to schedule management
    • Pro is needed for full EMR, labs and insurance workflows

  • NexHealth — where it wins

    • Books appointments against real-time availability synced to health records
    • Combines reminders, recalls, intake forms, waitlists and patient messaging
    • Syncs online payments and payment requests with health record systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed by plan
    • Setup depends on compatibility with supported health record systems
    • Telehealth is mentioned, but dedicated product details are limited

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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