SimplePractice

simplepractice.com
Healthcare IT
Weekend Project

All-in-one practice management software for healthcare and wellness professionals

How to Replace SimplePractice

Overview

SimplePractice is a comprehensive cloud-based platform designed for therapists, counselors, coaches, and other wellness professionals to manage their entire practice. It combines scheduling, billing, clinical documentation, and client communication in one integrated system.

Features

46 features across 12 categories

Administration(5)

Client Directory

Searchable database of all clients with contact information and session history.

Employee ManagementPremium

Manage therapist schedules, permissions, and performance within the practice.

Multi-Location SupportPremium

Manage multiple practice locations with centralized billing and reporting.

Referral Tracking

Track client referral sources and manage referral partnerships.

Task Management

Built-in task lists and reminders for practice administrative duties.

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Smartsheet

Analytics(3)

Financial Reports

Comprehensive reporting on revenue, client balance, and practice performance metrics.

No-Show TrackingPremium

Monitor and report on no-show patterns to identify and reduce appointment cancellations.

Practice AnalyticsPremium

Dashboard with key performance indicators and practice metrics visualization.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Billing(11)

Automated Invoicing

Scheduled automatic invoice generation and delivery to clients.

Billing and Invoicing

Integrated billing system with invoice generation, payment processing, and financial reporting.

Billing DisputesPremium

Tools to track and manage client billing disputes and payment exceptions.

Claims ManagementPremium

Track submitted insurance claims, denials, and resubmissions in one place.

CPT Code LibraryPremium

Comprehensive procedure code library for correct claim submission.

Credit Card Storage

Secure PCI-compliant storage of client credit card information for recurring payments.

ICD-10 Code LibraryPremium

Built-in searchable database of diagnostic codes for accurate billing claims.

Insurance VerificationPremium

Real-time insurance eligibility and benefits verification to streamline claims processing.

Payment Processing

Integrated payment gateway accepting credit cards, ACH transfers, and checks.

Recurring Billing

Automated recurring charges for retainer clients or standing appointments.

Superbill GenerationPremium

Automated superbill creation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement claims.

Also in: Insightly, Airtable, Obsidian

Branding(1)

Custom BrandingPremium

White-label client portal and scheduling page with custom branding and colors.

Also in: Lightspeed POS, Lessonly, Setmore

Clinical(4)

Client Feedback FormsPremium

Post-session feedback surveys to gather client satisfaction and outcomes data.

Progress TrackingPremium

Outcome measurement tools to track client progress over time with standardized assessments.

Session RecordingPremium

Optional HIPAA-compliant recording of telehealth sessions with client consent.

Treatment Planning

Templates and tools for creating individualized treatment plans with goals and interventions.

Communication(3)

Client Communication

Secure in-app messaging system for HIPAA-compliant client communication.

Client Portal

Secure portal for clients to access appointment details, complete intake forms, and view session notes.

Telehealth

Built-in HIPAA-compliant video and audio conferencing for remote sessions.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Compliance(2)

Audit LogsPremium

Complete audit trail of all user actions for compliance and security monitoring.

Compliance Management

Tools to ensure HIPAA compliance, GDPR adherence, and proper data security.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Documentation(6)

Age-Specific TemplatesPremium

Specialized documentation templates for child, adolescent, and adult therapy.

Clinical Notes

Customizable templates for documenting session notes, treatment plans, and progress tracking.

Consent Forms

Digital consent form templates with e-signature capabilities for compliance.

Document Management

Secure storage and organization of client documents, consent forms, and clinical records.

Intake Forms

Customizable digital intake forms that populate client information automatically.

Session Notes Templates

Pre-built clinical note templates for various therapy modalities and specialties.

Integration(1)

API AccessPremium

Developer-friendly REST API for custom integrations and extensions.

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Native iOS and Android apps for managing practice on-the-go.

Scheduling(7)

Appointment Confirmations

Automated email and SMS confirmation requests sent to clients after booking.

Appointment Types

Create multiple appointment types with custom durations, rates, and settings.

Automated Reminders

SMS and email appointment reminders to reduce no-shows and improve attendance.

Group SessionsPremium

Support for group therapy sessions with multi-client booking and billing.

Online Scheduling

Automated appointment booking with client self-service scheduling and calendar management.

Recurring Appointment Series

Create repeating appointments with flexible scheduling and cancellation options.

Waitlist Management

Automatic notification system for clients on waitlist when appointments become available.

Security(2)

Data Backup and Recovery

Automatic daily backups with point-in-time recovery capabilities.

Two-Factor Authentication

Enhanced security with two-factor authentication for account protection.

Pricing

Solo

$49/mo
  • Essential practice management for solo practitioners

Standard

Popular
$99/mo
  • Full features for small to medium practices

Premium

$199/mo
  • Advanced features for growing practices

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying SimplePractice

Monthly$49/mo
Yearly$588/yr
5-Year Total$2.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $348
SaaS
$588
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $1k
SaaS
$1.8k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $1.7k
SaaS
$2.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 46 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a SimplePractice alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 46 features.

Buy SimplePractice

Better Value
Monthly cost$490/mo
3-year total$17,640
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying SimplePractice saves ~$19,320 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 46 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

28 known integrations

Acuity SchedulingAuthorize.netCalendlyClearentDropboxGmailGoogle CalendarGoogle DriveGoogle MeetHubSpotJotformMailChimpMicrosoft TeamsOneDriveOutlook CalendarPayPalQuickBooks OnlineSalesforceShopifySlackSquareStripeSumsubTaxjarTypeformXeroZapierZoom