Your partner in building a thriving private practice

Nothing in this space is ever truly “free.” Other platforms don’t charge upfront, but they take a percentage of every session. That cut adds up quickly as your caseload grows, since their revenue depends on the number of sessions billed. Because their focus is on total volume, not individual providers, they’re less invested in your long-term success.

Alma’s model is different. We’re a premium solution for clinicians who are serious about their business and clinical goals. When you join, you become part of a community we’re committed to supporting for the long run. Your membership gives you the tools to build a thriving practice: insurance credentialing, claims submission, practice management tools, continuing education resources, and more.

We work with our network partners on behalf of our entire community. Our network partners pay out a full contracted rate that includes both your payout rate and an administrative fee directly paid to Alma (generally between $20-$30 per claim), which is used to cover costs related to claims processing.

Because Alma collects the administrative fee directly from insurance in addition to your payout rate, your payout rate will not change based on this fee. This allows you to keep more of the reimbursement from each session.

Reimbursement rates depend on several factors, such as payer, provider credentials, the service provided, and geographic location. For the most commonly used CPT codes, our network partners pay $95-$120 per session.

Alma brings in about 300,000 people each month through ads, insurance integrations, and corporate partnerships. While clients ultimately decide who they want to see, providers often find that Alma referrals align with their niche and support building a sustainable practice.

An Alma membership includes tools like a directory listing and practice resources to help you market your services and connect with potential clients. You may also receive peer-to-peer referrals as part of the member community. While we can’t guarantee a specific number of referrals, many providers use Alma to expand their practice with clients who are a strong match. Our directory is designed to match you with clients whose specialties and needs align with your expertise, helping you build a sustainable practice with a fulfilling caseload.

If you are credentialed through Alma, you are credentialed under our group tax ID number. If you leave Alma, your in-network status with the health plans will end, and you will need to re-credential on your own. We aim to make this process as smooth as possible for our providers.

You can offer in-person, virtual, or hybrid sessions. Most providers prefer a virtual setting, but we support both formats to give you flexibility. As part of your Alma membership, you get access to a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, and our AI-powered Note Assist tool helps you document progress notes for both in-person and virtual sessions.