Financial Statement Analysis in Healthcare

2.5 CPEFinance

Learn how to analyze healthcare financial statements with confidence. In this course, you'll master key financial ratios, understand healthcare-specific financial challenges, and apply practical techniques to evaluate both for-profit and nonprofit healthcare organizations.

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About this course

Financial statement analysis is critical for anyone working with or investing in healthcare organizations. In this course, you'll learn how to interpret the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement with a specific focus on healthcare industry nuances like reimbursement systems, regulatory impacts, and liquidity risks. You'll gain hands-on experience calculating key financial ratios, identifying financial risks unique to healthcare, and comparing financial performance across different types of healthcare organizations.

Through real-world examples and case studies, you'll build the skills to confidently evaluate the financial health of healthcare providers and make informed decisions.

What you’ll learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

To interpret financial statements, understanding components unique to the healthcare industry.
To analyze key financial ratios related to liquidity, solvency, and profitability to assess the financial health of a healthcare organization.
To evaluate revenue recognition practices in healthcare.
To identify financial risks and challenges unique to healthcare entities.
To compare financial performance metrics across different types of healthcare organizations.

Your instructor

Michael Carroll, CPA, CISA, CISM

Course content

6 lessons · 18 steps · 1h 26m of video

01LESSON 1Introduction to Healthcare Financial Analysis4 items

02LESSON 2Core Components of Healthcare Financial Statements2 items

03LESSON 3Analyzing Healthcare Financial Statements4 items

04LESSON 4Deeper Considerations and Real-World Applications3 items

05LESSON 5Ratios and Comparative Financial Analysis3 items

06LESSON 6Course Wrap-Up1 item

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Final assessment

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15 questions70% to passUnlimited attempts

On course completion: 2.5 CPE and a certificate

Course details

CPE: 2.5
Field of study: Finance
Course level: Not specified
Delivery method: QAS™ Self Study
Prerequisites: Completion of our foundational <a href="https://wisdify.com/healthcare-accounting-finance-learning-path-courses/">Healthcare Accounting & Finance Courses</a>
Advance preparation: Not specified
Course content: 6 lessons · 18 steps
Assessment: Final assessment · 15 questions · pass 70%
Completion deadline: 365 days from enrollment
Last updated: May 2025
Registration: A Wisdify account, eligible subscription, and course enrollment are required.