Practice Fusion is a long-standing small-practice EHR that’s optimized for insurance workflows; clinics moving into functional or direct-pay models often need more flexibility. For years, it filled an important gap between expensive hospital systems and traditional software.
But as modern medicine evolves toward functional, direct-pay, and specialty models, many providers have found Practice Fusion increasingly outdated. Its rigid charting structure and limited integrations make it difficult to deliver the kind of personalized, data-driven care today’s patients expect.
And this is where Cerbo takes over, an EHR designed for independent clinics that need modern flexibility without the complexity of enterprise systems.
Practice Fusion remains a decent choice for conventional practices that handle basic scheduling, documentation, and billing. Its user interface is familiar to many providers and it integrates well with insurance-driven workflows.
However, it was never designed for functional or direct-pay practices. The templates are static, the reporting tools are dated, and the customization options are limited. Providers looking to manage specialty workflows, supplement tracking, or long-term care plans quickly limitations emerge for functional or direct-pay workflows such as specialty labs, supplement protocols, or longitudinal plans.
Cerbo bridges that gap by offering a clinically deep yet intuitive platform that grows with your practice, whether you operate a single-provider office or a multi-specialty team.
Practice Fusion’s templating supports routine encounters; it’s less suited to protocol-driven care (IV/BHRT), multi-system histories, and longitudinal trends.
Cerbo lets you build custom Chart Parts that mirror your unique workflows. Whether you manage IV therapy, BHRT, functional medicine, or integrative care, you can document every step - labs, protocols, supplements, and follow-ups, all from one screen. The result is faster, cleaner, and more accurate charting that fits your specialty, not the other way around.
Practice Fusion integrates with major lab providers like Quest and LabCorp, but that’s where its scope ends. For clinics that depend on specialty testing, that’s a major gap.
Cerbo connects directly to over 60 labs including Genova, Evexia, and Boston Heart, along with Fullscript and Wellevate for supplement management. This means providers can order, track, and monitor everything inside one system, without juggling spreadsheets or third-party tools.
Practice Fusion’s portal focuses on visit logistics and messages; Cerbo adds transparent plans, supplement protocols, and refills to support ongoing care.
Cerbo’s patient portal keeps the connection going long after each appointment. Patients can access labs, message providers securely, and follow individualized care plans. This ongoing communication helps reduce administrative calls, improve adherence, and build long-term trust.
Practice Fusion’s entry pricing is positioned for small practices but add-ons (eRx, data migration, integrations) can increase total cost.
Cerbo keeps things transparent with clear per-provider pricing and full access to every core feature. Clinics can choose between full-time or part-time provider options based on their workload. There are no hidden modules or tiered restrictions, just straightforward pricing that grows with your practice. Explore Cerbo’s pricing here.
Practice Fusion helped small clinics enter the digital age. But today, it’s a legacy system in a landscape that demands flexibility, integration, and patient connection.
Cerbo delivers that evolution. It’s the EHR for providers who want to move beyond static templates and insurance workflows into a more dynamic, patient-centered model of care. From documentation and billing to patient communication, Cerbo brings every part of your practice together.
See how Cerbo supports modern specialty and direct-pay clinics. Explore the free EHR medical software demo or schedule a call with our team to find the best fit for your workflow.
