Shlomi Lavi /
Feb 25, 2023
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - Essential RCM or NextGen Enterprise EHR?
Essential RCM is more expensive to implement (TCO) than NextGen Enterprise EHR, and NextGen Enterprise EHR is rated higher (99/100) than Essential RCM (90/100). NextGen Enterprise EHR offers users more features (2) than Essential RCM (0). There is a clear winner in this case and it is NextGen Enterprise EHR!
Looking for the right Medical Billing solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:
edgeMED Healthcare Vs. NextGen Healthcare
edgeMED Healthcare: edgeMED was established in 1981 with one simple philosophy; Healthcare Above All. Since our inception, edgeMED’s core function has been pioneering the use of technology and expert services that enable healthcare providers to distribute world-class patient safety, clinical outcomes & financial results. From developing one of the nation’s first elect...
NextGen Healthcare: At NextGen Healthcare, we understand the evolving healthcare market and the importance of quality collaborative care and patient-centered.
But there has been one constant through all the changes. It's been there for over 20 years. And that's NextGen Healthcare. And we'll be there for you as healthcare continues to evolve. Ready when you...
Who is more expensive? Essential RCM or NextGen Healthcare?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Medical Billing software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for Essential RCM and NextGen Healthcare.
Essential RCM price starts at $149 per feature/month , On a scale between 1 to 10 Essential RCM is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of Medical Billing software. NextGen Healthcare price starts at $299 per provider/month , When comparing NextGen Healthcare to its competitors, the software is rated 2 - much lower than the average Medical Billing software cost.
Bottom line: Essential RCM is more expensive than NextGen Healthcare.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared Essential RCM Vs. NextGen Enterprise EHR based on some of the most important and required Medical Billing features.
Essential RCM: We are still working to collect the list of features for Essential RCM.
NextGen Healthcare: Medical, Medical.
Target customer size
Essential RCM Medical Billing software is primarily designed for healthcare providers of all sizes, including medical practices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations.
NextGen Healthcare Medical software serves a wide range of healthcare organizations, including small to large physician practices, community health centers, accountable care organizations, ambulatory surgery centers, and hospitals.