Advantages and Benefits – WEBeDoctor

Cost comparison between WEBeDoctor and local server-based applications

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	WEBeDoctor	Local Server Application
Equipment Costs	MinimalAt minimum a single workstation connected to the internet can be used. Most practices already have this equipment available to them	ExpensiveAt minimum a local machine used as a server, a router, and a workstation. At minimum costs are $3500 for the equipment alone
Software costs	InexpensiveEasy to afford, monthly cost with minimal setup costs	ExpensiveAverage cost for local software $4,000-$20,000 year. Additionally Annual updates are from $2,000-$5,000 per year
Startup Costs	MinimalMinimal setup costs	ExpensiveHigh hardware costs, high software costs, and additional costs for hiring of IT staff for initial implementation
User Costs	NoneWe do not charge by the user	Per User CostsMost local software applications charge by the user from $300-$1,000 per user
Claims Filing	UNLIMTEDThe cost per month includes UNLIMITED claims filing Clearinghouse is included	LIMITEDLocal server applications can charge from .50 -1.00 per claim to file electronically Separate Monthly Fees for Clearing house
Claims Printing	UNLIMITEDThe cost per month includes UNLIMITED claims printing	LIMITEDLocal server applications can limit the amount of claims printed
Patient Charts	UNLIMITEDThe cost per month includes UNLIMITED patient charts	LIMITEDSome local applications limit the amount of patient charts without upgrading the system
Patient Statements	UNLIMITEDThe cost per month includes UNLIMTED patient statements	LIMITEDSome local applications charge from .50 – 1.00 per patient statement
Updates	AUTOMATICUpdates are automatic and occuring all the time at no extra charge. If changes to the diagnosis, procedure, or drug codes are made, we ensure the system is updated free of charge	COSTLYAnnual updates of a local application can cost from $2,000-$5,000 a year per user. Coding may not be up to date when update is released
Support	UNLIMTEDUNLIMITED Customer Support with 24 hour online support	LIMITEDMay have to pay extra to get customer support
Ease of Use	SimpleNo IT required. Easy to Use	ComplexUser interfaces are not user friendly. Requires a dedicated IT department to run
Anywhere Access	EasyAccess patient schedule, charts, and billing from anywhere in the world. Even from your mobile phone!	DifficultLocal systems require complex networks and integrations to use in more than one location
Scalability/Upgradeable	ModularPay for what you use and need. Grows with your practice. Increase features and users as needed	No.Not very scalable and must purchase costly upgrades or a new system to grow
Interoperability	IntuitiveScheduling, EMR/EHR, and Billing work together automatically to eliminate duplicate efforts	Complex.Many local server systems require costly integrations to get all systems working together with manual data integration
Clearinghouse Integration	IncludedThe clearinghouse is built into our system with no extra costs	Extra CostsMany systems require extra integrations and fees for a clearinghouse
Operating Systems	AnyOur system is able to be ran on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Unix as long as there is an internet connection	LimitedMany systems require you use a particular operating system, some you may have never heard of or used before
Purchase Commitment	FlexibleCancel at any time	RigidLong Term Contracts with severe penalties for early termination