NextHealth^®

Health & Wellness • Year: 2025

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What Is NextHealth?

NextHealth is a franchise in the Health & Wellness space that arranges for the provision at its premises of medical products and services (the “Medical Services”) and certain non-medical products and services. The operational model is a brick-and-mortar Next Health Center operated from designated premises, with each Center required to enter into a Management Agreement to engage a Medical Director to perform or supervise Medical Services. The primary customers are members of the general public (individual consumers), and the core service bundle is physician‑supervised medical and aesthetic treatments-examples in the disclosure include IV therapy, injectables, cryotherapy, therapeutic plasma exchange, ozone therapies, and peptide therapies-together with non-clinical administrative and support services.

NextHealth Franchise: Pros and Cons

With 134 hours of initial training-well above Health & Wellness norms-the franchisor clearly invests in preparing new operators. However, estimated total startup costs up to $2,173,800 (including an $80,000 franchise fee) plus required reserves of $175,000–$250,000 create a substantial financing and cash-flow hurdle.

Pros

134 hours of initial training is well above what's typical in Health & Wellness, signaling the franchisor invests significant time in preparing new operators. (Expert note: extensive training is a positive indicator of support.)

Zero disclosed lawsuits, franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements, government penalties, and franchisor enforcement actions is much cleaner than peers, lowering legal and regulatory risk. (Expert note: a clean legal record is favorable.)

No manager equity requirement (0%) gives you flexibility to hire and compensate managers without mandatory ownership dilution, unlike systems that force manager ownership.

Cons

Estimated total startup costs may reach $2,173,800, which is well above Health & Wellness peers-meaning your overall capital needs (including the $80,000 initial franchise fee) could be substantially higher than industry norms. (Expert note: a high Item 7 total raises financing and planning needs.)

Reserve requirements are high (minimum $175,000; up to $250,000), suggesting monthly operating costs and the cash you must hold before break-even are significantly above typical for the sector. (Expert note: high reserves increase required cash on hand.)

There are currently zero franchised units (bottom 5%), indicating an early-stage system-this makes it difficult to speak with current franchisees or validate day-to-day realities before you commit. (Expert note: few franchised units limits peer due diligence.)

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

NextHealth reported no material legal proceedings,

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

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

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$2,173,800

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.

How Much Do NextHealth Franchise Owners Make?

NextHealth franchise locations reported average gross sales of $3,613,404 and median gross sales of $3,160,996 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$3,613,404

Median Gross Sales:

$3,160,996

High Gross Sales:

$5,702,729

Low Gross Sales:

$2,428,893

Sample Size:

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: There are no franchised-unit results in this Item 19; all reported performance figures are from affiliate-owned centers, so prospective franchisees cannot directly compare franchised performance from this document.

Performance Variability Analysis: Among the three affiliate centers in 2024, Unit Revenue ranged from 2,428,893 to 5,702,729, indicating substantial variability in center revenue and potential location or size-driven differences in performance.

Data Scope and Limitations: The dataset is very small (three centers), contains an internal inconsistency about sample size, and does not provide franchised-unit averages or explicit average expense or net income figures, limiting generalizability.

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 is disclosed in Item 19. 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. NextHealth disclosed average gross sales of $3,613,404 in 2025. 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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