2015
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Year end tax planning for construction companies
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 879
Abstract: As year end approaches, construction company owners should work with their tax advisor to review options for reducing their 2015 tax bills. This article provides some tips on how to reduce those bills, as well as how to project income and expenses going forward into 2016. The article also provides a handy sidebar explaining even more year end tax savings.
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Practice Notes – Physician reimbursement after the SGR repeal
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 454
Abstract: For years, physicians grumbled about the sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula used to calculate reimbursements. In April 2015, the SGR was replaced by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) of 2015, averting a projected 21.2% physician pay cut. This article covers the new physician payment rates, four new measurement categories, alternative payment models and more.
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How not to lose a claim denial
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 659
Abstract: A denied claim can hurt a physician practice significantly. And losing a claim can wreak havoc on the practice by draining needed revenues. But this article offers good news: One can avoid future denials by recording the reason for every claim denial, correcting and resubmitting claims, and making systemic changes for the future.
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Integrating mobile technology in your practice
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 653
Abstract: Smartphones and other mobile devices are becoming as prominent in health care settings as they are in other walks of life. That means physicians are now grappling with the benefits and implications. For example, some 83% of them are using smartphones or tablets to perform tasks related to patient care. The most common activities are interfacing with an EHR, entering medical notes, e-prescribing, searching for clinical information, accessing professional resources and communicating with colleagues. This article offers four ways to use this technology to improve a physician practice.
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Smart staffing in a changing health care world
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 730
Abstract: While reimbursements are stagnant or even declining, physician practices are being asked to assume new roles and responsibilities — the success of which is often left in the hands of the practice staff. It might seem that more staff are needed to carry out these new responsibilities, but there’s a better answer — smarter staffing. This article discusses how to achieve this by addressing concerns such as staff ratios, patient focus and job descriptions.
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Newsbits – FASB proposes accounting change for nonprofits
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 427
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” discusses the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s proposed Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-230, which would significantly change a 20-year-old financial reporting model. The changes are intended to simplify the current net asset classification requirements and the presentation of information in nonprofits’ financial statements and footnotes about liquidity, financial performance and cash flows. Another item reports on how spam filters could cost an organization thousands of dollars a year in lost donations.
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The OMB rule on indirect costs: What you need to know
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 545
Abstract: Nonprofits need to get up to speed on their rights and responsibilities under the Office of Management and Budget’s new rule requiring agencies and other entities allocating federal dollars to reimburse organizations for indirect costs (also known as administrative or overhead costs). If they don’t learn the ins and outs of the new rule, they risk forfeiting reimbursement dollars. This article explains how reimbursement is determined and what nonprofits should be doing now to prepare for the change.
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Think before you jump – Capital campaigns call for serious advance planning
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 687
Abstract: An upcoming big expenditure might call for launching a capital campaign. Committing to a campaign isn’t easy — the fear that people won’t donate in an uncertain economy can cause hesitation to ask for more funds. But a nonprofit can get off to a good start by securing the right campaign leader, creating a solid and detailed plan, and targeting the right donors. A sidebar discusses lining up manpower for a capital campaign.
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Taking the long view: Sustainability
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 839
Abstract: In the wake of the most recent recession, many nonprofits are continuing to take a hard look at their sustainability over the long term. This article examines factors that affect sustainability directly, such as the diversity of an organization’s funding sources, and some indirect factors that have an impact on sustainability, including branding, outcome evaluation and contingency planning.
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The Contractor’s Corner – Should I use my own crew or hire a sub?
Fall 2015
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 435
Abstract: In this issue’s “Contractor’s Corner,” we answer a query about a general contractor’s temptation to use his own work crew for projects instead of bringing in a subcontractor. As the article explains, quality concerns and contract requirements usually weigh in favor of hiring a subcontractor.
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How to calculate the damages of an owner-delayed project
Fall 2015
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 649
Abstract: There are instances when a project owner causes a delay that inflicts financial damages on the construction company performing the job. In these situations, contractors may have recourse under the conflict resolution measures established under the contract — or even by taking the owner to court. This article explains how to calculate delay damages under a defensible approach.
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Incentive-based safety programs: Benefits and risks
Fall 2015
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 513
Abstract: Some construction companies can manage safety informally through stated rules, trust and accountability. But, as a business grows, a more formal approach may be warranted. Many contractors eventually consider an incentive-based safety program. This article describes both the benefits and risks of these programs.
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Year end accounting for contractors – Put yourself in prime position for 2016
Fall 2015
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 936
Abstract: Year end represents an excellent opportunity for contractors to perform a number of accounting-related tasks that can put them in prime position to have a successful and profitable 2016. This article offers several detailed examples of such tasks, while a sidebar suggests three important questions to ask about tax planning.
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So you’ve received an audit letter from the IRS …
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 650
Abstract: The IRS has increased its scrutiny of nonprofits in recent years: In fact, it audited 8,000 organizations in 2014. This article helps nonprofits that have received an audit letter understand the process, including what documents they will be expected to produce. The article also explains the difference between field and correspondence audits and lists several audit triggers.
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Making a corporate volunteer program work for your nonprofit
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 518
Abstract: Volunteering in their communities boosts companies’ reputations and provides employee team-building opportunities. But as this article discusses, nonprofits don’t always benefit from corporate volunteer programs. This article provides tips — such as working with a company whose core business correlates with the nonprofit’s mission — to ensure that volunteer partnerships are mutually beneficial.
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Are you doing enough to manage risk?
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 541
Abstract: Nonprofits that don’t have comprehensive risk control procedures and strong internal controls aren’t doing enough to prevent financial and other serious losses. This article suggests ways to identify potential risks — including those that are specific to an organization, such as reliance on an annual fundraising event — and ways to avoid or contain them.