Chapter 14

The Future of Healthcare Accounting

Introduction

Those who have chosen a career path in accounting have typically been classified as either audit or tax professionals. Historically, this segregation has been accurate since most accountants have pursued certified public accountant (CPA) licensure in these fields. However, the growth of certain industries, such as healthcare, has provided financial professionals the opportunity to pursue careers outside the audit and tax realm. A driving factor for this expansion is the federal government’s ...

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