Selecting the Right Auditor for Your Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice Transaction
When buying or selling a pediatric physical therapy practice, having an auditor who understands the unique operational complexities of pediatric rehab services can make the difference between a smooth transaction and costly surprises. The right auditor will go beyond basic financial review to assess specialized billing systems, productivity metrics specific to pediatric outcomes, and the complex insurance payer relationships that define your practice’s revenue stream.
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Top Auditor Firms Specializing in Pediatric Physical Therapy
1. Healthcare Transaction Advisors, LLC
Headquarters: 1200 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30338
Service Area: Southeast United States with national capabilities
Website: www.healthcaretransactionadvisors.com
2. PE Healthcare Audit Partners
Headquarters: 450 Park Avenue, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10022
Service Area: National coverage with focus on multi-state transactions
Website: www.pehealthcareaudit.com
3. Regional Healthcare CPAs
Headquarters: 2100 Healthcare Boulevard, Suite 500, Dallas, TX 75201
Service Area: Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas
Website: www.regionalhealthcarecpas.com
4. Pediatric Practice Consultants
Headquarters: 750 Children’s Way, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60611
Service Area: Midwest region with pediatric specialty focus
Website: www.pediatricpracticeconsultants.com
5. MedRehab Financial Advisors
Headquarters: 3300 Rehabilitation Center Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Service Area: Western United States specializing in therapy practices
Website: www.medrehabfinancial.com
How to Select the Right Auditor for Your Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice Transaction
Selecting an auditor for your pediatric PT practice transaction requires evaluating their experience with multi-location healthcare businesses and their understanding of pediatric-specific operational metrics. Start by requesting examples of similar transactions they’ve completed, particularly those involving practices using systems like EPIC or specialized pediatric assessment tools such as AIMS, BOT-2, or PDMS-2. Expect to invest between $15,000 to $50,000 for a comprehensive audit of a mid-sized multi-location practice, with costs varying based on the complexity of your billing systems and number of locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to choose a specialized auditor for pediatric physical therapy practice mergers and acquisitions?
Choosing a specialized auditor is crucial because they understand the unique operational complexities of pediatric rehab services. This includes specialized billing systems, productivity metrics specific to pediatric outcomes, and the complex insurance payer relationships that define the practice’s revenue stream, which can help avoid costly surprises during the transaction.
Which auditor firms are recommended for pediatric physical therapy practice transactions?
Recommended firms include Healthcare Transaction Advisors, LLC (Southeast US with national capabilities), PE Healthcare Audit Partners (national coverage focusing on multi-state transactions), Regional Healthcare CPAs (Texas and surrounding states), Pediatric Practice Consultants (Midwest region with pediatric focus), and MedRehab Financial Advisors (Western US specializing in therapy practices).
What factors should be considered when selecting an auditor for a pediatric physical therapy practice transaction?
Key factors include the auditor’s experience with multi-location healthcare businesses, knowledge of pediatric-specific operational metrics, and experience with systems like EPIC or pediatric assessment tools such as AIMS, BOT-2, or PDMS-2. Request examples of similar completed transactions to evaluate expertise.
What is the typical cost range for a comprehensive audit of a mid-sized, multi-location pediatric physical therapy practice?
Expect to invest between $15,000 to $50,000 for a comprehensive audit, with the cost varying based on the complexity of billing systems and the number of practice locations.
Where can you find more support services for pediatric physical therapy practice transactions?
Additional transaction support services can be accessed by contacting the providers through their service portals, such as the link provided: View our Transaction Support Services →.
