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NextHealth®

Health & Wellness Year: 2025
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What Is NextHealth?

NextHealth is a Health & Wellness franchise that operates Next Health Centers offering medical and non-medical wellness and aesthetic services. The operational model is brick-and-mortar centers (each a "Next Health Center") that must enter into a Management Agreement with the Medical Services Manager and engage a Medical Director and required clinical staff (e.g., a licensed nurse practitioner and an aesthetic RN) to oversee provision of Medical Services. The primary customers are members of the general public-generally adults-seeking health, wellness, longevity, medical and aesthetic treatments, including services described as speculative medical treatments (for example, therapeutic plasma exchange, ozone therapies, and peptide therapies).

NextHealth Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's most notable strength is 134 hours of initial hands-on training, well above typical for Health & Wellness, giving owners thorough preparation before opening, but the biggest risk is very high estimated startup costs (Item 7: $1,593,300 to $2,173,800) plus an $80,000 franchise fee.

Pros

134 hours of initial training is well above typical for Health & Wellness, giving you thorough, hands-on preparation before opening and reducing the learning curve.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, settlements, government penalties, and franchisor enforcement is well below industry norms, indicating a clean legal and regulatory record you won't inherit.
No manager equity requirement (0%) is well below typical for the sector, so you retain flexibility to structure manager compensation and ownership without mandatory equity grants.

Cons

The $80,000 initial franchise fee is well above typical for Health & Wellness, meaning your upfront cost to buy the franchise rights is higher than most peers.
Estimated startup costs are very high - Item 7 minimum $1,593,300 and maximum $2,173,800 are well above Health & Wellness norms - which raises your financing needs and cash required before opening.
There are zero franchised units (well below typical), so the system is early-stage and you won't have franchisee peers to consult for real-world operating experience.

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

NextHealth grants protected, non-exclusive site-specific Designated Areas under each Franchise or Area Development Agreement, with sites and territorial maps set post-lease using market-density and demographic criteria. Protections depend on compliance and meeting performance quotas; franchisor may develop nearby units, operate special venues, sell via e-commerce, and franchisees lack first refusal.

Training & Support

77/100
NORMAL

NextHealth provides an extensive 134-hour training curriculum-a deep dive designed to prepare two individuals included in the initial franchise fee for launch and ongoing operations. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses, and on-site support may incur an additional fee.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

The franchise’s unit count was flat at 5 units in 2023, 2024 and 2025 (5 → 5 → 5), corresponding to a 0.0% year‑over‑year growth rate in the latest period. For investors this signals stability but no expansion-no acceleration or decline-indicating stagnant growth momentum (no net openings or closures) and warranting due diligence on franchisor support, unit economics or market constraints.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a NextHealth Franchise?

Opening a NextHealth franchise requires a total initial investment of $1,593,300 to $2,173,800, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$1,593,300
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$2,173,800
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$42,100
Real Estate$673,200
Equipment & Assets$613,000
Reserves$175,000
Training$9,000
Other$81,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$82,100
Real Estate$1,023,700
Equipment & Assets$705,000
Reserves$250,000
Training$20,000
Other$93,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NextHealth a good franchise to own?

Whether NextHealth is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: NextHealth operates 5 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 77/100. Financial performance data from Item 19 is being compiled. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a NextHealth franchise worth the investment?

The value of a NextHealth franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $1,593,300 to $2,173,800. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a NextHealth franchise?

Break-even timelines for NextHealth franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is NextHealth a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, NextHealth operates 0 franchised locations and 5 company-owned locations. NextHealth currently operates as a predominantly company-owned system, though franchise opportunities are being offered through the FDD.

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