AdvancedMD vs Charm Health
Charm Health scores 7.0/10 vs 6.5/10. Best for: Low-volume independent practices that want a pay-per-encounter model instead of flat monthly fees.
Charm Health scores higher overall at 7.0/10 vs 6.5/10. Buy Charm Health if you run a low-volume practice and want the pay-per-encounter model, or if you need a free tier that actually lets you see patients. Skip if you want telehealth and e-prescribing included in the base price.
AdvancedMD 
Charm Health Rank
#35 of 41
Rank
#24 of 41
Features
18/18
Features
18/18
Starting at
$130/mo
Starting at
$0/mo
User reviews
3.6/5 (525)
User reviews
3.5/5 (160)
What they cost
| AdvancedMD | Charm Health | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $130 /mo | Free /mo |
| Free trial | 30 days | Free tier available |
| Number of plans | 3 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, Charm Health looks cheaper at $0/month vs $130/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where AdvancedMD wins
- NOW plan at $130/mo specifically targets small mental health practices, capped at 3 providers
- 300+ customizable documentation templates
- Clearinghouse connects to 1,800+ insurance carriers
- Actual 30-day free trial available on the mental health plan
Where Charm Health wins
- Free tier handles 50 encounters/month with no time limit
- Pay-per-encounter model at $0.50 each is unique and budget-friendly for low-volume practices
- MU3-certified EHR with 256-bit encryption
- Full insurance billing with ERA/EOB posting included
Where AdvancedMD falls short
- Full EHR+PM bundle at $729/provider/mo is prohibitively expensive for small practices
- 3.6 ratings on both G2 and Capterra are the lowest in this category
- Automated reminders cost extra on top of already high monthly prices
- API access is an add-on, not included in standard plans
Where Charm Health falls short
- Only 9 G2 reviews with a 3.5 rating suggests limited market presence
- Telehealth is a $20/mo add-on, not included in base price
- AI Scribe costs $125/provider/mo on top of everything else
- E-prescribing and EPCS are separate add-ons totaling $265+/year
Who is each product built for?
AdvancedMD
Target: 1-200+ providers
Buy AdvancedMD if you're a mid-size multi-specialty practice that needs enterprise customization, or try the NOW plan at $130/mo if you're a small mental health practice. Skip if price matters — outside the NOW plan, this is built for practices with bigger budgets.
Charm Health
Target: 1-50 providers
Buy Charm Health if you run a low-volume practice and want the pay-per-encounter model, or if you need a free tier that actually lets you see patients. Skip if you want telehealth and e-prescribing included in the base price.
Feature comparison
| Feature | AdvancedMD | Charm Health |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance & Security | ||
| HIPAA compliant | ||
| Telehealth / video sessions | ||
| Secure messaging | ||
| Scheduling & Clients | ||
| Online scheduling | ||
| Client portal | ||
| Intake forms / assessments | ||
| Automated reminders | ||
| Clinical | ||
| Progress notes / documentation | ||
| Treatment plans | ||
| E-prescribing | ||
| Outcome measures / assessments | ||
| Billing & Payments | ||
| Insurance billing / claims | ||
| Payment processing | ||
| Superbill generation | ||
| Automated billing | ||
| Platform | ||
| Group practice support | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Integrations / API | ||
Common questions
Charm Health scores 7.0/10 vs AdvancedMD's 6.5/10 in our ranking. Charm Health is the better pick for 1-50 providers. AdvancedMD is better if you need mid-size multi-specialty practices that need heavy customization, or small mental health practices willing to try the now plan.
AdvancedMD starts at $130/month. Charm Health starts at $0/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-04-01.
AdvancedMD: Yes, 30-day free trial. Charm Health: Free tier available. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
AdvancedMD covers 18 of 18 features we track. Charm Health covers 18 of 18. Both are tied on feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
Yes, AdvancedMD has a mobile app. Charm Health does too.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most healthcare practice management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick AdvancedMD if...
Mid-size multi-specialty practices that need heavy customization, or small mental health practices willing to try the NOW plan
Pick Charm Health if...
Low-volume independent practices that want a pay-per-encounter model instead of flat monthly fees