Episode 178: Dental CPA: Why Hire a Dental Accountant for Your Practice?

This is the audio version of the blog post: Dental CPA: Why Hire a Dental Accountant for Your Practice?

Accounting for dental practices can be complex and time-consuming. Hiring a dental CPA can help with tax preparation and filing, financial planning and management, loan and financing advice, practice acquisition, mergers, and transition advice, as well as bookkeeping and payroll processing. A dental CPA is a Certified Public Accountant who specializes in accounting and tax reporting for dental practices. They can help identify potential tax credits or deductions, manage finances, evaluate financing options, and navigate practice acquisitions or transitions. Hiring an experienced dental CPA is preferable to hiring a general CPA.

Hiring a dental accountant can help set up an easy-to-maintain bookkeeping system and choose a reputable payroll provider to avoid mistakes that can lead to an IRS audit. They can also update you on regulatory and legislative changes, help with tax-planning strategies, and maximize practice value. The cost of hiring a dental accountant is typically between 0.5% and 2% of your annual income. To find a qualified dental CPA, research firms with specialized dental expertise, check for credentials and certifications, consider location and availability, and evaluate fees and payment policies.

This podcast provides advice on choosing a dental CPA. It includes looking at client reviews on sites like Yelp and Google, preparing interview questions, and understanding common write-offs for dental practices. Hiring a dental CPA can help with tax savings, financial planning, and practice growth.