Instructor Resources: Test bank, PowerPoint slides, answers to discussion questions and case studies, and a transition guide to the new edition.

Introduction to the Financial Management of Healthcare Organizations presents financial management in the context of the healthcare organization and the broader healthcare environment. In addition to core financial management topics, the unique aspects of finance in healthcare are covered, including the objectives of healthcare financial management, the tax status of healthcare organizations, and third-party payers and payment methodologies. Practice and self-quiz problems are integrated into the book to provide the opportunity to practice the application of financial concepts and skills. Problems and mini-cases within the chapters and a comprehensive wrap-up case at the end of the book give readers additional practice.

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At the end of every chapter, important points and discussion questions encourage readers to summarize and engage in learning.

Michael Nowicki, EdD, FACHE, FHFMA, is a professor of health administration, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, where he has won numerous awards for teaching, research and service. He has taught for universities in California, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri and New Jersey, and for several healthcare-related associations. Before his academic appointments, he held various administrative positions in healthcare organizations around the country. Dr. Nowicki is a noted speaker and author on healthcare financial management and has served as an ACHE Regent.