Updated March 2026

Find the Best EMR for Your Practice

Independent, data-driven rankings of 12 EMR systems scored across 10 categories. No sponsored placements. No pay-to-play.

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EMRs Ranked
10
Scoring Categories
4
Data Sources
2026
Latest Update
2026 Rankings

Top-Ranked EMR Systems

Our highest-scoring EMRs based on composite scores across all 10 evaluation categories.

#2 Overall

athenahealth

Mid-size and growing practices that prioritize billing performance and interoperability, and are comfortable with a percentage-of-collections pricing model that scales with their revenue.
8.7
Family MedicineInternal MedicinePediatricsOB/GYN
#3 Overall

Elation Health

Primary care and DPC practices that prioritize a clean, physician-friendly charting experience and are willing to accept lighter billing tools in exchange for superior clinical usability.
8.5
Family MedicineInternal MedicineDirect Primary CarePediatrics
#4 Overall

DrChrono

Tech-forward small practices that rely heavily on iPad-based workflows and value deep customization options, particularly those in niche specialties that need highly tailored clinical forms.
8.1
Family MedicineInternal MedicineAllergyPodiatry
#5 Overall

Kareo/Tebra

Small practices seeking a competitively priced all-in-one platform that covers EHR, billing, and patient engagement without requiring multiple vendor relationships.
7.9
Family MedicineInternal MedicineBehavioral HealthDermatology
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