Arrange an interview with an HIM professional or another healthcare
professional who is involved in the budgeting process for a healthcare
organization. Include all of the following questions in the interview:
- What is the budget cycle for the organization, and how long does the
person have to develop their budget for the next fiscal year? - What kind of training or support does the person receive in regard to budget preparation?
- How frequently is the operating budget reviewed, and what is the process for calculating and reporting budget variances?
- What is the budget justification process?
- What is the most difficult part of budgeting?
- How are department employees engaged in the budgeting process or involved in the management of expenses related to the budget?