Empathic
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Overview
Empathic Clinical software helps behavioral health practices manage clinical and billing work. Although its scheduling capabilities can be expanded, it supports the specific workflows of behavioral health practices. Overall, it offers a practice management environment designed around the requirements of mental health professionals.
Empathic Specifications
- Appointment Management/Scheduling
- e-Prescriptions
- Patient Portal
- Telemedicine
Empathic Features
Online Scheduling
The platform centralizes appointment management, so practices handle calendars without switching between systems. Clients book or cancel sessions through a custom scheduling link, while automated text and email reminders help keep upcoming appointments visible. Practices also control clients' schedule in-person or telehealth sessions and real-time alerts for new referrals and appointments to keep calendar activity current.
Customizable Notes
The software allows behavioral health professionals to create unlimited note templates and design documentation to their specific discipline and client needs. Past information can be carried forward into new notes, and separate layouts support each professional's workflows. Group and family therapy notes also record attendance, milestones, and assignments which help clinicians maintain documentation across types of sessions and ongoing care.
Automated ERA Processing
Empathic Clinical software automates electronic remittance processing to reduce manual data entry and keep billing information current. A dedicated account manager files ERAs and EDIs, while processed ERA details are posted to the financial center and assigned to the appropriate client balance. The dashboard also provides real-time claim updates and financial information and gives them a clear view of ongoing insurance billing activity.
e-Prescribing
This feature connects the platform with DrFirst so psychiatric professionals can prescribe medications without leaving. Users also review medication history, allergies, vital signs, formulary information, and pharmacy benefits while completing prescriptions and electronic refills. The workflow supports electronic prescribing for controlled substances, medication interaction information, and care collaboration that keep relevant prescribing information accessible during behavioral health treatment during each visit.
Credit Card Processing
The platform connects payment processing with the Client Portal so clients can handle out-of-pocket expenses online. Patients securely save credit or debit card details and use them to pay invoices through the portal and CardConnect processes major credit cards. This setup brings payment collection into the existing practice workflow which provides clients with a way to settle balances without requiring separate payment arrangements.
Pros And Cons of Empathic
Pros
Golden thread keeps clinical documentation connected
Built-in financial center simplifies claim follow-up
Automated ERA processing reduces manual payment posting
Guardian portal access supports coordinated social services
DHS assessments include automated interpretive summaries
Cons
Extensive capabilities may initially overwhelm users
Support documentation may not cover all scenarios
Users may need time adapting workflows
Empathic Reviews
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Share your experience
Mental Health Care, 1-10 employees
More than a year
“Powerful automation for group practice”
Pros
Empathic covers everything I need in one place for EHR, billing and accounting. The automation is a huge help and it has the custom features I need to manage a group practice efficiently. End of month check calculations that used to take much longer are now done in under two minutes with this program. The reporting is also excellent, both for client data and for tracking clinicians.
Cons
The only thing missing is online appointment scheduling.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Empathic Software provide live customer support?
Yes, Empathic provides phone and email support. Paying customers can also contact their dedicated Billing Specialist from 9am-5pm (CST) Monday through Friday.
Can Empathic Software handle billing and claims?
Yes, Empathic’s Financial Center lets users submit claims and monitor their status.
What devices and browsers can you use with Empathic Software?
Empathic is browser-based and works on both Mac and PC computers.
How long does Empathic’s setup and training take?
Empathic includes three training sessions, with each session lasting about an hour. The first covers basic system use and submitting invoices or claims, and later sessions focus on billing and follow-up questions.
Does Empathic offer different workflows for behavioral health professionals?
Yes, Empathic provides separate layouts for professional, psychiatric, and social services.