Shlomi Lavi /
Feb 25, 2023
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - Essential RCM or WebPT?
Essential RCM is more expensive to implement (TCO) than WebPT, and WebPT is rated higher (98/100) than Essential RCM (90/100). WebPT offers users more features (5) than Essential RCM (0). There is a clear winner in this case and it is WebPT!
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. WebPT
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...
WebPT: In 2006, Heidi Jannenga, a leading sports physical therapist and clinic director, was trying to find simple documentation software for her outpatient therapy clinic that was web-based, affordable, and specifically for physical therapy practices. She asked her husband Brad, a veteran software developer specializing in web-based applications, to help...
Who is more expensive? Essential RCM or WebPT EMR?
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 WebPT EMR.
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. WebPT EMR price starts at $3 per provider/day , When comparing WebPT EMR to its competitors, the software is rated 4 - lower than the average Medical Billing software cost.
Bottom line: Essential RCM cost is around the same cost of WebPT EMR.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared Essential RCM Vs. WebPT 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.
WebPT EMR: Billing & Invoicing, Appointment Management, Charting, HIPAA Compliant, Patient portal.
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.
WebPT EMR is specifically designed for physical therapy practices of all sizes, from small independent clinics to large multi-location organizations.