title: An introduction to cost analysis.
abstract: This article describes the basics of cost accounting for healthcare providers and how these concepts relate to decision making in medical practice. By understanding cost accounting and cost analysis, providers can be better prepared to compete and survive in a changing healthcare environment.
authors: Ernest Camponovo is a practicing radiologist and nuclear medicine physician with 30 years experience in military medicine, academics, group and solo private radiology practice. He is an independent contractor practicing teleradiology and onsite radiology in the greater Harrisburg, Pa., area. He lectures in the basic business of radiology course for radiology residents at Penn State's Hershey (Pa.) Medical Center. The author has disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
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mesh_terms: D000066:Accounting; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D004470:Economics, Medical; D006801:Humans