Epic and Cerner make up more than half of the U.S. hospital EHR market, but they are leaning into different strategies for growth. Epic ended 2021 as the market leader, with nearly 33 percent of the hospital market, according to healthcare IT researchers KLAS.

What is the difference between Cerner and Epic?

Epic incorporates a CRM, and Cerner has no CRM. Cerner provides consulting, whereas Epic does not. While Cerner provides users with real-time data, Epic does not.

What is Epic software used for?

Epic is the preferred electronic medical record system used by more than 250 health care organizations nationwide. To date, 45 percent of the US population have their medical records in an Epic system.