by Corporate Relations and Business Strategy Staff
Understanding the different types of financial documents and the information each contains helps you better understand your financial position and make more informed decisions about your practice. This article is the first in a series designed to assist you with making sense of your practice's financial statements. In this issue, we start with your balance sheet.
Some practitioners are more familiar with financial terminology than others. You may find it helpful to consult a glossary of financial terms as you read this article. And though the subject of finances is tedious for many health professionals, it is crucial to be informed and to monitor the financial pulse of your practice.