Skip Concentra Wait Times: Get Your Team Certified Same-Day for 85% Less
Why 500+ companies switched from $120-200 clinic visits to $22 online evaluations
- $22 vs $120-200 at Concentra (save $98-178)
- Instant results vs 2-3 week Concentra appointments
- 15 minutes online vs 2-4 hours at Concentra clinic
- Same OSHA 1910.134 compliance as Concentra
Licensed MD review • OSHA compliant • 15,000+ workers certified
Concentra vs RespiratorTest.com: Complete Comparison
Both are OSHA compliant, but the cost, speed, and convenience differ dramatically
| Feature | Concentra | RespiratorTest.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per evaluation | $120-200 | $22 (save $98-178) |
| Appointment wait time | 1-3 weeks | No appointment needed |
| Time to complete | 2-4 hours (with travel & wait) | 15 minutes online |
| Results delivery | 3-7 days by mail | Instant download (98%) |
| OSHA 1910.134 compliant | Yes | Yes |
| PLHCP medical review | Yes | Yes (MD) |
| Clinic visit required | Required | None (online) |
| Available 24/7 | Business hours only | Yes |
| Digital certificate backup | Paper only | Cloud storage |
| Renewal reminders | Manual tracking | Automated emails |
Why Companies Are Switching from Concentra to Online Evaluations
70-80% Cost Savings
Concentra charges $120-200 per evaluation. RespiratorTest.com charges $22. For a 50-employee company, that's $4,900-8,900 in annual savings.
Save $98-178 per employee
No Appointment Delays
Concentra's 1-3 week appointment wait times delay new hires and project starts. Online evaluations provide instant access 24/7 with results in 15 minutes.
Start work immediately, not in 3 weeks
Zero Productivity Loss
Concentra visits require 2-4 hours off work including travel, waiting room, and the appointment. Online evaluations take 15 minutes during lunch break.
Save 2-4 hours per employee
Calculate Your Team's Savings vs Concentra
See how much your company will save by switching from Concentra clinic visits to online evaluations
| Team Size | Concentra Annual Cost | RespiratorTest.com Cost | Annual Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 employees | $1,500 (10 × $150) | $220 (10 × $22) | $1,280 (85% savings) |
| 50 employees | $7,500 (50 × $150) | $1,100 (50 × $22) | $6,400 (85% savings) |
| 100 employees | $15,000 (100 × $150) | $1,700 (100 × $17 volume price) | $13,300 (89% savings) |
| 500 employees | $75,000 (500 × $150) | $8,500 (500 × $17 volume price) | $66,500 (89% savings) |
ABC Manufacturing Switched from Concentra: $7,168 Saved in Year One
Before (Concentra)
- 56 employees needing certification
- 3 weeks to schedule all appointments
- $150/employee × 56 = $8,400/year
- Mailed certificates (7-day delay)
After (RespiratorTest.com)
- Same-day certification for all 56
- Zero appointment scheduling
- $22/employee × 56 = $1,232/year
- Instant digital certificates
"Switching from Concentra was the easiest decision we made. Our new hires can start work immediately instead of waiting weeks for Concentra appointments. The cost savings alone paid for our entire safety budget increase this year."
— Jennifer Martinez, EHS Director
Manufacturing Company, Ohio (56 employees)
Common Questions About Concentra Alternatives
Is online respirator evaluation as good as Concentra?
Yes. Both Concentra and RespiratorTest.com provide OSHA 1910.134 compliant respirator medical evaluations with licensed healthcare professional review. The difference is delivery method, cost, and speed. Concentra requires in-person clinic visits costing $75-100 with 2-3 week appointment wait times. RespiratorTest.com provides the same OSHA-compliant evaluation online for $22 with instant results for 98% of employees. Both use the mandatory OSHA Appendix C questionnaire and both provide PLHCP-signed certificates accepted by OSHA inspectors.
How much does Concentra charge for respirator medical evaluation?
Concentra typically charges $120-$200 per respirator medical evaluation, though pricing varies by location. Some Concentra locations charge up to $200 depending on the region and specific services included. RespiratorTest.com charges $17-$22 per evaluation depending on volume, saving $98-$183 per employee compared to Concentra while eliminating travel time, wait times, and appointment scheduling.
How long does it take to get an appointment at Concentra for respirator evaluation?
Concentra appointment wait times typically range from 1-3 weeks depending on location, season, and demand. Some locations may have same-week availability during slower periods, while busy locations or peak seasons (fall/winter when respiratory protection is more common) can have 3+ week waits. RespiratorTest.com requires no appointment—start your evaluation immediately 24/7 and receive results in 15 minutes for 98% of employees.
Will employers accept online respirator evaluation instead of Concentra?
Yes. OSHA regulations do not require Concentra or any specific clinic provider. What OSHA requires is a medical evaluation by a licensed healthcare professional (PLHCP) using the Appendix C questionnaire. RespiratorTest.com meets all OSHA requirements: licensed physician review (Dr. Nader Mikhail, MD), OSHA Appendix C questionnaire, and official certificates. Our certificates have been accepted by employers nationwide for 15,000+ workers with 100% acceptance rate during OSHA audits. Unless your employer specifically mandates Concentra (rare), online evaluations are fully acceptable.
How to Switch from Concentra in 3 Days
Migrating your team is simple. No downtime, no disruption, no contracts.
Day 1: Upload Employee List
Send us a CSV file with employee names and emails. We'll create accounts and send invitation links automatically. Takes 15 minutes to set up.
Day 2: Employees Complete Evaluations
Employees receive email invitations and complete the 15-minute online evaluation from anywhere. Our physicians review and approve within 24 hours.
Day 3: Download All Certificates
View all completed certificates in your dashboard. Export to PDF or CSV for OSHA compliance records. Cancel Concentra clinic contracts.
Switch from Concentra Today - Save $98-178 per Employee
✓ $22 vs $120-200 at Concentra
✓ Instant vs 2-3 week wait
✓ Same OSHA compliance
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