Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management

Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management

Author: Steven Berger

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-04-16

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 0470314001

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In this thoroughly revised and updated third edition of Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management, consultant and educator Steven Berger offers a practical step-by-step approach to understanding the fundamental theories and relationships guiding financial decisions in health care organization. Set in a fictional mid-sized hospital, the book is written in diary form, taking the reader into the inner workings of the finance executive's office. This introduction to the most-used tools and techniques of health care financial management includes health care accounting and financial statements; managing cash, billings and collections; making major capital investments; determining cost and using cost information in decision-making; budgeting and performance measurement; and pricing. As in the previous editions, this book introduces key practical concepts in fundamental areas of financial management.


Financial Management of Health Care Organizations

Financial Management of Health Care Organizations

Author: William N. Zelman

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-09-15

Total Pages: 643

ISBN-13: 0470522895

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Thoroughly revised, this third edition of Financial Management of Health Care Organizations of­fers an introduction to the most-used tools and techniques of health care financial management. Comprehensive in scope, the book covers a broad range of topics that include an overview of the health care system and evolving reimbursement methodologies; health care accounting and finan­cial statements; managing cash, billings, and collections; the time value of money and analyzing and financing major capital investments; determining cost and using cost information in decision-mak­ing; budgeting and performance measurement; and pricing. In addition, this new edition includes information on new laws and regulations that affect health care financial reporting and performance, revenue cycle management expansion of health care services into new arenas, benchmarking, interest rate swaps, bond ratings, auditing, and internal control. This important resource also contains information on the 2007 Healthcare Audit Guide of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Written to be accessible, the book avoids complicated formulas. Chapter appendices offer advanced, in-depth information on the subject matter. Each chapter provides a detailed outline, a summary, and key terms, and includes problems in the context of real-world situations and events that clearly illustrate the concepts presented. Problem sets that end each chapter have been updated and expanded to support more in-depth learning of the chapters’ concepts. An Instructor’s Manual, available online, contains PowerPoint and Excel files.


Accounting Fundamentals for Health Care Management

Accounting Fundamentals for Health Care Management

Author: Finkler

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2018-02-05

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1284124932

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Accounting Fundamentals for Health Care Management is ideal for an introductory course in financial accounting in both undergraduate and graduate programs. With a focus on basic accounting in health care management, this essential book contains the vocabulary of and an introduction to the tools and concepts employed by finance officers. Students will learn how to assess financial information, ask the appropriate questions, and understand the jargon-laden answers.


Health Care Budgeting and Financial Management for Non-financial Managers

Health Care Budgeting and Financial Management for Non-financial Managers

Author: William J. Ward

Publisher: Praeger

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13:

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The basic premise of this book is that health care non-financial managers need to understand enough about financial management to be successful in their day-to-day activities while not being smothered with details. Ward provides managers with a basic level of financial management principles, including understanding financial statements and ratios, preparing an operating budget, and using financial analysis to help with decision making. Written in plain English, the text is interspersed with illustrative cases and examples gleaned from more than twenty years of experience in both operational and financial areas and in both staff and management capacities. The text is sophisticated enough to be used by graduate students and practitioners as well as undergraduate programs in health services administration. It is also suited for independent study by professionals seeking to enhance their professional development. Lastly, it is useful as a day-to-day reference for managers in all fields in health care.


Gapenski's Healthcare Finance

Gapenski's Healthcare Finance

Author: Kristin Leanne Reiter

Publisher:

Published: 2021

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781640551909

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"This best-selling textbook covers the essential concepts of accounting and financial management in healthcare"--


Essentials of Health Care Finance

Essentials of Health Care Finance

Author: William O. Cleverley

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 530

ISBN-13: 9780763724955

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Sixth edition coming in November! Essentials of Health Care Finance, Fifth Edition stands firmly in its place as the leading textbook in its coverage of health care finance. No other text so completely blends the best of current finance theory with the tools needed in day-to-day practice. This timely revision includes 20 chapters that encompass virtually the entire spectrum of the health care industry--providing new and expanded information reflecting payment system changes in the industry and broadening content and examples to include hospitals as well as organizations in other sectors of the health care industry.


Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management

Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management

Author: Steven Berger

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-06-17

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 1118801741

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Learn the essentials of finance theory and practice with the tools needed in day-to-day practice In this thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition of Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management, consultant and educator Steven Berger offers a practical step-by-step approach to understanding the fundamental theories and relationships guiding financial decisions in health care organization. Using cases set in a fictional mid-sized hospital, the book takes the reader into the inner workings of the finance executive's office. As in the previous editions, this book introduces students to key practical concepts in fundamental areas of financial management. This innovative introduction to the most-used tools and techniques includes health care accounting and financial statements; managing cash, billings and collections; making major capital investments; determining cost and using cost information in decision-making; budgeting and performance measurement; and pricing. Also covered in depth are the financial implications of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which will increase patient volume, reduce bad debt, factor quality and patient satisfaction into the financial picture, and significantly affect how hospitals and physicians are paid for services. Students focusing on the business side of health care will find Fundamentals of Health Care Financial Management: A Practical Guide to Fiscal Issues and Activities, 4th Edition a valuable text for understanding the workings of the health care financial system.