Quick Comparison Summary

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Athenahealth: The Cloud Pioneer

Athenahealth Strengths

• Cloud-Native Platform: No on-premise servers or IT maintenance required
• Integrated EHR: Combined clinical and billing workflows in one system
• Performance-Based Pricing: Pay based on collections, not fixed fees
• Market Experience: 25+ years in healthcare technology
• Comprehensive Suite: EHR, practice management, and patient engagement tools

Athenahealth Limitations

• High Total Cost: 4-8% of collections can exceed $100K annually
• Long Contracts: 3-5 year commitments with expensive exit clauses
• Complex Implementation: 3-6 months setup with significant workflow changes
• Limited Customization: One-size-fits-all approach doesn't suit all practices
• Performance Dependency: Costs fluctuate with collection performance

Enter.Health: The RCM Specialist

Enter.Health Strengths

• Transparent Pricing: Fixed per-claim cost with no percentage fees
• Rapid Implementation: Live in 2-8 weeks with minimal disruption
• Superior Performance: 95-98% claim acceptance rates
• Flexible Contracts: Month-to-month with no long-term commitments
• EHR Agnostic: Works with any existing EHR system
• Specialized Focus: Built exclusively for revenue cycle optimization

Enter.Health Limitations

• RCM-Only Platform: Doesn't include EHR or practice management features
• Newer Market Presence: Less brand recognition than established players
• Integration Required: Must connect with existing clinical systems

Detailed Feature Comparison

Pricing Structure Analysis

Athenahealth Pricing:

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• 4-8% of total collections
• Additional fees for premium features
• Setup and implementation costs
• Example: $2M practice pays $80K-$160K annually

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Enter.Health Pricing:

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• $2-6 per claim processed
• All features included
• No setup fees
• Example: $2M practice pays $24K-$48K annually

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Winner: Enter.Health (50-70% lower total cost)

Implementation Speed

Athenahealth:

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• 3-6 month implementation timeline
• Extensive workflow changes required
• Comprehensive staff retraining needed
• Data migration complexity

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Enter.Health:

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• 2-8 week implementation
• Minimal workflow disruption
• Quick staff onboarding
• Seamless data integration

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Winner: Enter.Health (3x faster implementation)

Performance Metrics

Athenahealth Results:

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• 88-92% first-pass claim acceptance
• 15-20% denial rates
• 45-60 days average collection time
• 85-90% patient satisfaction scores

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Enter.Health Results:

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• 95-98% first-pass claim acceptance
• 8-12% denial rates
• 30-45 days average collection time
• 92-96% patient satisfaction scores

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Winner: Enter.Health (superior performance across all metrics)

Contract Flexibility Comparison

Athenahealth Contract Terms

• Length: 3-5 year commitments required
• Exit Clauses: Expensive termination fees (often $50K+)
• Price Increases: Annual escalations built into contracts
• Flexibility: Limited ability to modify terms mid-contract

Enter.Health Contract Terms

• Length: Month-to-month flexibility
• Exit Clauses: 30-day notice, no termination fees
• Price Stability: Transparent, predictable pricing
• Flexibility: Easy to scale up or down based on needs

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Winner: Enter.Health (significantly more flexible)

Integration Capabilities

Athenahealth Integration

• EHR Integration: Native integration within athenahealth ecosystem
• Third-Party Systems: Limited connectivity with external platforms
• Data Portability: Difficult to export data to other systems
• Customization: Minimal ability to modify workflows

Enter.Health Integration

• EHR Compatibility: Works with 200+ EHR systems
• API Connectivity: Robust integration capabilities
• Data Ownership: Complete data portability and access
• Workflow Flexibility: Customizable to match practice preferences

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Winner: Enter.Health (broader compatibility and flexibility)

Real Customer Results

Athenahealth Case Studies

Family Medicine Practice (8 providers):

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• Implementation: 4 months
• Annual Cost: $120K (6% of collections)
• Results: 10% revenue improvement after 18 months
• ROI Timeline: 24 months

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Orthopedic Group (12 providers):

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• Implementation: 6 months
• Annual Cost: $180K (5% of collections)
• Results: 15% efficiency gain after 2 years
• ROI Timeline: 30 months

Enter.Health Case Studies

Family Medicine Practice (8 providers):

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• Implementation: 5 weeks
• Annual Cost: $36K ($3 per claim)
• Results: 28% revenue improvement in 6 months
• ROI Timeline: 4 months

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Orthopedic Group (12 providers):

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• Implementation: 7 weeks
• Annual Cost: $48K ($4 per claim)
• Results: 32% efficiency gain in 8 months
• ROI Timeline: 5 months

Which Platform Should You Choose?

Choose Athenahealth If You:

• Need a complete EHR replacement
• Want an all-in-one cloud solution
• Can commit to 3-5 year contracts
• Have a budget for 4-8% of collections
• Prefer established brand recognition

Choose Enter.Health If You:

• Want to keep your existing EHR
• Need rapid implementation and results
• Prefer transparent, predictable pricing
• Want contract flexibility
• Need superior RCM performance

Cost Comparison Calculator

For a practice collecting $2M annually:

Savings with Enter.Health: $570K-$935K over 5 years

The Verdict: Enter.Health Wins

Enter.Health is the clear winner for most healthcare providers because it delivers:

Better Financial Results

• 70% lower total cost than Athenahealth
• Higher claim acceptance rates (95-98% vs 88-92%)
• Faster ROI (4-6 months vs 24-30 months)

Superior Implementation Experience

• 5x faster setup (weeks vs months)
• Minimal disruption to existing workflows
• Keep your current EHR and other systems

Greater Flexibility

• No long-term contracts or exit fees
• Transparent pricing that doesn't fluctuate
• Easy to scale as your practice grows

Ready to Switch from Athenahealth?

Many practices are making the switch from Athenahealth to Enter.Health and seeing immediate improvements:

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• Average cost savings: 60-70%
• Performance improvement: 25-35% better results
• Implementation time: 6-8 weeks vs 3-6 months

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Get your free RCM assessment to see exactly how much you could save by switching to Enter.Health. Most practices discover they can:

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• Cut their RCM costs in half
• Improve claim acceptance by 5-10%
• Reduce denials by 30-40%
• See positive ROI in under 6 months

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Enter.Health is the leading specialized revenue cycle management platform, helping thousands of healthcare providers optimize their billing operations and maximize financial performance.

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