Availity Alternatives

31 alternatives in billing rcm insurance

Looking for alternatives to Availity? Here are the top billing rcm insurance options for mental health practices. Compare features, pricing, and find the best fit for your workflow.

Top Availity Alternatives

Most popular alternatives based on features, reviews, and practice fit

#1 Alternative
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Waystar

Enterprise RCM platform combining clearinghouse, denial management, and patient payments with AI-powered automation.

#2 Alternative
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Heard

Heard is a financial services platform providing done-for-you bookkeeping, quarterly tax estimates, and annual tax filing specifically for therapists in private practice.

Starting at $129/month

#3 Alternative
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Mentaya

Mentaya is a free out-of-network claims submission platform for therapists that handles insurance claims with a 5% client fee and guarantees refunds on failed submissions.

Starting at Free for therapists

Best Availity Alternative For Your Needs

Different practices have different needs. Here are our specific recommendations:

Best for Solo Practice

Heard

Optimized for individual practitioners

$129/month

Heard is designed specifically for solo practitioners with streamlined workflows and solo-friendly pricing.

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Best for Group Practice

Waystar

Built for multi-provider workflows

Waystar includes group practice features like multi-provider scheduling, staff permissions, and consolidated billing.

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Best for Prescribers

Heard

e-Prescribing and EPCS support

$129/month

Heard includes prescriber-focused workflows for psychiatrists and NPs.

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Best for Insurance

Waystar

Robust claims and billing features

Waystar has integrated insurance billing with claims submission, ERA processing, and eligibility verification.

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How to Switch from Availity

Migration guide with estimated timeline and key steps

Migration Complexity: moderate· Estimated time: 1-2 weeks

Key Migration Steps

  • Export claims history and outstanding AR
  • Set up new billing system with fee schedules
  • Configure clearinghouse connection
  • Keep old system access for 90+ days for AR follow-up

Export First

Always export your data before canceling—you may lose access immediately.

Check Contract

Review cancellation terms and notice periods to avoid fees.

Notify Team

Ensure staff knows about the switch and schedule training time.

Why Look for Availity Alternatives?

Better Pricing

Find a solution that better fits your budget, especially as your practice grows.

Different Features

Discover alternatives with features Availity doesn't offer.

Better Fit

Find software designed specifically for your practice type and workflow.

Better Integration

Find an alternative that integrates better with your existing tools.