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Healthcare accounting

Your time is valuable. We work around it.

We meet with clients in the medical field when it works for them, often in the evenings and on weekends. Our most important meetings center on tax mitigation strategies for physicians, dentists, and practice owners.

At a glance
  • Bookkeeping and financial reporting
  • Income tax planning and preparation
  • Trust and estate planning
  • Bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Compliance and reimbursement guidance
  • Cash flow management

Built for practices

Run the practice. We'll run the numbers.

A healthcare practice needs precise financial management to stay compliant and profitable. We tailor our work to the way practices actually operate, from patient receivables to the cost of medical equipment.

That leaves you more time for patients, and a clear view of how your practice is doing.

Bookkeeping and reporting

  • Patient and insurance receivables tracked
  • Supplies, wages, and overhead allocated
  • Reports that show how the practice is performing

Tax planning and preparation

  • Depreciation on high-cost medical equipment
  • Continuing education and other practice deductions
  • Income from multiple sources planned together

Trust and estate planning

Trust structures and strategies that reduce estate taxes and protect your family's future.

Compliance and reimbursement

Financial processes that respect HIPAA and other federal and state rules, and a smoother insurance reimbursement cycle.

Cash flow

Faster collections, controlled expenses, and expense forecasting so operations run smoothly.

Frequently asked questions

Questions we hear often.

What tax deductions are specific to healthcare professionals?

As a healthcare professional, there are several industry-specific deductions you can leverage. These include deductions for medical equipment, continuing education costs, professional association fees, and even malpractice insurance premiums. Depreciation on high-cost medical devices can be a major tax-saving tool, and our CPA team ensures that you’re taking full advantage of these deductions to minimize your taxable income.

How can I manage cash flow in a practice with delayed insurance reimbursements?

Delayed insurance reimbursements can create significant cash flow issues for healthcare providers. We help by streamlining your billing process and setting up financial systems that account for these delays. Implementing strategies like automated invoicing, follow-ups for outstanding claims, and adjusting patient payment terms can improve cash flow consistency. Additionally, we analyze your receivables to ensure that no payments are falling through the cracks.

What’s the best way to handle multiple streams of income in healthcare tax planning?

Many healthcare professionals have income from multiple sources, such as practice earnings, consulting, or speaking engagements. Managing taxes across these income streams requires a comprehensive approach. We work to structure your income in a tax-efficient manner, using strategies like setting up an S-corporation for pass-through income or creating a retirement plan that offers significant tax advantages. Our goal is to minimize your overall tax burden while maximizing your income.

How can I reduce the tax burden on high-cost medical equipment purchases?

Medical equipment represents one of the largest investments for healthcare practices, but it also offers significant opportunities for tax deductions. Section 179 expensing allows you to deduct the full cost of qualifying equipment in the year it’s purchased. Alternatively, you can leverage bonus depreciation. We’ll help you determine the best approach based on your practice’s financial position, ensuring that you capture the maximum tax benefits.

How do you ensure healthcare practices stay compliant with HIPAA and financial regulations?

Maintaining HIPAA compliance in your financial processes is crucial, especially when handling sensitive patient data. We implement robust financial systems that align with HIPAA guidelines to ensure your practice remains compliant. This includes secure data storage, protecting patient information during billing and payment processes, and maintaining clear audit trails. We also help ensure your practice complies with state-specific healthcare financial regulations, including proper documentation and reporting.

What are the benefits of trust and estate planning for healthcare professionals?

Trust and estate planning is crucial for healthcare professionals looking to protect their assets and ensure a smooth transfer of wealth. We help you create trusts that minimize estate taxes and ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Healthcare professionals often have unique needs due to the value of their practices, medical equipment, and intellectual property, and we tailor estate plans to account for these complexities.

How can I better manage insurance reimbursements to improve financial stability?

Insurance reimbursements can be unpredictable, often causing delays in cash flow. We help optimize your reimbursement process by setting up clear billing cycles, tracking unpaid claims, and working with your team to reduce delays in payments. Implementing better follow-up procedures for denied or delayed claims can also significantly improve the financial health of your practice.

What financial reports are most important for tracking the health of my healthcare practice?

The key financial reports healthcare providers should focus on include the profit and loss statement, cash flow statement, and balance sheet. The P&L statement helps track your practice's profitability, while the cash flow statement monitors the inflow and outflow of cash, which is crucial when dealing with delayed reimbursements. The balance sheet provides a snapshot of your practice’s overall financial position, including assets, liabilities, and equity. We provide these reports with in-depth analysis, so you have a clear view of your practice’s financial health.

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Let's talk about your tax plan.

A planning conversation now is worth more than any scramble at filing time. Tell us where you are and we will map the next step.

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