Epic vs. Tebra EHR

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Epic
Score 9.5 out of 10
N/A
Epic offers a suite of medical practice management and EHR software.N/A
Tebra EHR
Score 1.0 out of 10
N/A
Tebra (formerly Kareo) provides a full-featured EHR. It is designed to fit the way its users work. Some key features include: Comprehensive Dashboard, Scheduler, Documentation, and Notes.
$150
per provider/per month
Pricing
EpicTebra EHR
Editions & Modules
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Kareo Practice Management (Low Claim Volume)
$150
per provider/per month
Kareo Practice Management (Unlimited Claims)
$300
per provider/per month
Kareo Billing Services
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
EpicTebra EHR
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
EpicTebra EHR
Considered Both Products
Epic
Chose Epic
Epic gives extensive customization options in terms of utility and view. I have found this to be highly useful and efficient EHR as compared to other EHRs we use in our organization.
Chose Epic
Epic has more features and seems to be used by most hospital systems, which means information can be shared between systems. It is not compatible with Cerner, McKesson, or any other of the less commonly used products and we cannot view information from such facilities. I …
Chose Epic
Epic has extensive features, options, customization and is truly a robust EMR software. As a user I can tell there has been much thought and effort into creating this software and they are constantly updating the technology to keep it user friendly. Epic can do more than any …
Chose Epic
All of the EHR's I have worked with are strong in their own right, however, Epic really shines in an Enterprise level situation. Most EHR's are specific to one context, like hospital, lab, or clinic. Epic has a great deal of strength in unifying all of these different contexts …
Tebra EHR
Chose Tebra EHR
Kareo EHR is less reliable than Therapy Notes. Therapy Notes is less feature rich, for example, it is not as good for generating PDF bills to send to customers (we had to write our own code for this), but it always works.

Kareo's telehealth platform is less reliable than Doxy. …
Chose Tebra EHR
I selected Kareo EHR because it was a lot simpler to use and the customer service was definitely better. Every representative I have spoken to has been super friendly and helpful.
Chose Tebra EHR
You don't have them in your lineup but TheraNest and CounSol are two awesome EHR software services for small practices and/or startup businesses. If you are a new owner or have 0-10 employees then give them a try. CounSol provides an excellent success coach to get you …
Chose Tebra EHR
Kareo the exact same thing that NextGen does but for the fraction of the cost. NextGen is not the best system for a smaller practice. Kareo supports a large patient base to a small patient base. NextGen is not user-friendly and it not an asset [due to] the money you have to put …
Chose Tebra EHR
I have used QuickEMR and Kareo hands-down is just more appealing and easier to enter all patient information. I did find that QuickEMR for administrative staff is more user-friendly. Kareo provides more patient information and is very good about seeing what is missing in order …
Features
EpicTebra EHR
Billing and Claims Management
Comparison of Billing and Claims Management features of Product A and Product B
Epic
9.0
Ratings
18% above category average
Tebra EHR
4.0
Ratings
61% below category average
Real-time eligibility verification9.00 Ratings4.00 Ratings
Claims management9.00 Ratings4.00 Ratings
Coding9.00 Ratings4.00 Ratings
Patient billing9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Financial Reporting9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Patient Scheduling
Comparison of Patient Scheduling features of Product A and Product B
Epic
9.7
Ratings
20% above category average
Tebra EHR
1.0
Ratings
155% below category average
Rule-based scheduling10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Automated appointment reminders10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Automated patient check-in10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Multi-location support10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Calendar interface8.30 Ratings1.00 Ratings
Electronic Medical Records
Comparison of Electronic Medical Records features of Product A and Product B
Epic
9.9
Ratings
31% above category average
Tebra EHR
2.2
Ratings
107% below category average
Charting / document management10.00 Ratings1.00 Ratings
Templates10.00 Ratings2.00 Ratings
Patient portal10.00 Ratings1.00 Ratings
Mobile/tablet support10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Fax integration10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Integration with other EMR and PM systems10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Workflow automation10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Speech recognition10.00 Ratings7.00 Ratings
Customization9.00 Ratings1.00 Ratings
E-prescribing10.00 Ratings1.00 Ratings
Medical Security and Privacy
Comparison of Medical Security and Privacy features of Product A and Product B
Epic
10.0
Ratings
18% above category average
Tebra EHR
8.0
Ratings
4% below category average
HIPAA compliance10.00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Role-based permission levels10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Data backups and redundancy10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Local mode / networking failsafe10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Workflow and Scale
Comparison of Workflow and Scale features of Product A and Product B
Epic
9.3
Ratings
20% above category average
Tebra EHR
-
Ratings
Task tracking9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Specialty-specific workflows9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Multi-office / multi-physician capabilities10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
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Medium-sized Companies
CareLogic EHR
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Score 10.0 out of 10
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Score 10.0 out of 10
Enterprises
eClinicalWorks
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Score 9.9 out of 10
Epic
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Score 9.5 out of 10
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User Ratings
EpicTebra EHR
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
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1.0
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
1.0
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(0 ratings)
1.0
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
9.4
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
EpicTebra EHR
Likelihood to Recommend
Epic is very good on the medical side and continues improving mental health and dental care. Having integrated telehealth via Zoom was a game-changer. During COVID, it was vital to have telehealth options and to ensure it was completely HIPAA Compliant and easy to document inside their health record.
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We love the system. Very user-friendly and any level of user can pick up the system without training. Being a trainer myself, this is an awesome selling point. I have not found a specialty that cannot pick up and run with the program. Kareo has eliminated our "wasted" time and given us new avenues to use our resources more productively.
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Pros
  • Updated technology. Epic consistently stays up to date and advances their technology and features.
  • Shortcuts, templates, and smart phrases help to make using the software easier and faster with accuracy.
  • Intuitive user interface. Epic has put a lot of thought into the design and function of the software and has ensured that it is user friendly.
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  • Catching missing patient info
  • Catching missing insurance info
  • Providing mailing addresses
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Cons
  • Difficult to find what you need.
  • Almost impossible to correct mistakes.
  • Multiple screens must be navigated to get to what you want.
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  • Sales representative needs to know the product. We got tied into a miscommunication on the package (contract vs trial) when we decided to work with them
  • Tutorials are good but can be overwhelming because there are a lot of features to learn
  • Charging to migrate client data was a determining factor on whether we wanted to continue with the company. If we knew this upfront it would've allowed us to say "no thanks". And to add the charges are not cheap and they charge a la carte (i.e., demographics, billing, progress notes, forms/intake info)
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Likelihood to Renew
It is beyond measure the best EHR on the market.
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Kareo was a massive waste of money. It's an unreliable product without promised features and sold by a disingenuous sales team. We will stick to reliable services like Doxy, Therapy Notes, etc.
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Usability
My organization has been using the Epic platform for 10 years and counting! Epic has continuously improved and updated the system to align with current best practices and meet the needs of members and their patients. As an FQHC, we provide medical, dental, and mental health services, and it is essential to have access to all the patients' health information in one place. Integrating Care Everywhere and Telehealth options embedded directly in the EHR has greatly improved our ability to take the best care of each patient who walks through our doors.
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The user interface is fine but it the app constantly freezes or crashes.
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Support Rating
A dedicated support staff for each module/area is provided by Epic. This is beneficial for points of contact, however, not all support staff are created equal, and there seems to be high turnover in these roles(staff seems to turn over every 1-2 years). This can make it challenging for continuity and quick support resolution as new staff are not as familiar with organization-specific needs, environments, and/or questions.
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In-Person Training
Well-vetted lesson plans that teach you what you need to know for success.
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Online Training
While not as effective as in-person training, it is still adequate.
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Implementation Rating
Epic has a regimented implementation process that ensures a successful go-live.
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Alternatives Considered
Epic has more features and seems to be used by most hospital systems, which means information can be shared between systems. It is not compatible with Cerner, McKesson, or any other of the less commonly used products and we cannot view information from such facilities. I believe Epic has the most features. It automatically saves entries, unlike Quadrimed, for example, which does not save and if you accidentally get logged out you lose your information.
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I have used QuickEMR and Kareo hands-down is just more appealing and easier to enter all patient information. I did find that QuickEMR for administrative staff is more user-friendly. Kareo provides more patient information and is very good about seeing what is missing in order to file a claim.
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Return on Investment
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction: After the initial implementation phase, I have seen increases in patient satisfaction. This is due to the increased transparency regarding their care as well as an increase in paid claims.
  • Increased Revenue: In some cases I have seen Medicare denial rates drop from high 80's and 90's down to single digits. I have seen incredible jumps in the time payment is received from an approved claim.
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  • ROI definitely a positive
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