EHR Comparison
The private-pay EHR that replaces SimplePractice
AI-powered notes. No insurance billing overhead. Built for how you actually practice.
Choose SimplePractice if…
- You bill insurance and need built-in claims submission and ERA processing
- You want a large, established marketplace of integrations and add-ons
- You run a multi-discipline wellness practice (not just therapy)
- You need Wiley Treatment Planners for structured treatment planning
- You prefer a platform with a large user community and extensive knowledge base
Choose CoralEHR if…
- You run a private-pay-only practice and want a streamlined, focused workflow
- You want AI-powered clinical notes included at no extra cost
- You want built-in HIPAA-compliant telehealth included in every plan
- You prefer founder-led, personalized support over ticket-based help desks
- You want transparent, simple pricing without per-feature add-on costs
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
How CoralEHR stacks up against SimplePractice and TherapyNotes across every category that matters.
O Overview
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Solo private-pay | Solo & group, all payers | Solo & group, insurance-heavy |
| Scheduling & Reminders | ✓ Email & SMS reminders | ✓ Email, SMS & voice | ✓ Email & SMS reminders |
| Key Integrations | Stripe, Google Cal | Stripe, Google Cal, clearinghouses | Built-in clearinghouse, Stripe |
| Data Export | CSV, PDF export | CSV, PDF, migration support | CSV, PDF export |
P Pricing
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price (Solo) | Free Pilot | $29/mo | $49/mo |
| Per Additional Clinician | TBD | $29+/mo | $30/mo |
| Free Trial | ✓ Free pilot program | ✓ 30-day free trial | ✓ 30-day free trial |
| No Setup Fees | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Discount | TBD | ✓ ~20% off | ✗ |
B Billing & Claims
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance Billing | ✗ Private-pay focused | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electronic Claims | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Superbills | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| ERA/EOB Processing | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Integrated Payments | ✓ Stripe integration | ✓ Stripe integration | ✓ Built-in processing |
| Cost Per Claim | N/A | $0.25/claim | $0.14/claim |
| Client Invoicing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
T Telehealth
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built-in Video | ✓ HIPAA-compliant video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Included in Base Price | ✓ All plans | ~ Essential+ plans | ✓ All plans |
| HIPAA-Compliant Video | ✓ E2EE | ✓ | ✓ |
| Screen Sharing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Group Video Sessions | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile Telehealth | ✓ | ✓ iOS & Android app | ✓ Browser-based |
D Documentation & AI
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Notes | ✓ SOAP & DAP formats | ✓ | ✓ |
| Note Templates (SOAP/DAP) | ✓ SOAP/DAP | ✓ SOAP/DAP/BIRP | ✓ SOAP/DAP/BIRP |
| Treatment Plans | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI-Powered Notes | ✓ AI-powered clinical notes | ~ AI Scribe add-on | ✗ |
| Custom Forms | ✓ | ✓ | ~ Limited templates |
| E-Signatures | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wiley Treatment Planners | ✗ | ✓ $15/mo add-on | ✓ $15/mo add-on |
C Client Portal
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Scheduling | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital Intake Forms | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Secure Messaging | ~ Coming soon | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client Payment Portal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Document Sharing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Appointment Reminders | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
S Security & Compliance
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIPAA Compliant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BAA Provided | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Two-Factor Auth (2FA) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Encryption | ✓ E2EE on AWS | ✓ AES-256 | ✓ AES-256 |
| Audit Logs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| SOC 2 Certified | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
S Support
| Feature | CoralEHR | SimplePractice | TherapyNotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone Support | ✓ Founder's personal line | ✗ Essential plan | ✓ |
| Live Chat | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email Support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Knowledge Base | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Onboarding Assistance | ✓ Personalized pilot onboarding | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated Account Manager | ✓ Founder-led support | ✗ | ✗ |
What switching from SimplePractice actually looks like
Before (SimplePractice)
- ✗ Paying $69/mo+ for features you don't use
- ✗ Insurance billing UI cluttering every screen
- ✗ AI notes locked behind an add-on paywall
- ✗ Support tickets, not conversations
After (CoralEHR)
- ✓ Every feature included — no tier-gating
- ✓ Clean interface built for private-pay workflows
- ✓ AI-powered SOAP/DAP notes at no extra cost
- ✓ Direct line to the founder for support
Migration is straightforward
Export your data from SimplePractice (CSV + PDF), and the CoralEHR team imports client demographics, appointment history, and documents in a single onboarding session. Most solo practices switch in under an hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from SimplePractice to CoralEHR.
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Reviewed by Aanish Sachdev, Co-Founder of CoralEHR
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