“Atherton and Associates has been an invaluable partner for Hospice of Santa Cruz County. Their audit and tax services have helped our agency – from navigating significant changes in healthcare legislation to timely filing of our reporting requirements. I have not hesitated to recommend the firm to my peers.”
Industry: Healthcare
Natalya Mann, CPA, MST
Professional Designations
Licensed Certified Public Accountant, California 2008
Lean Practitioner Certification
Professional Affiliations
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Community Involvement
Chapter President, California Society of Certified Public Accountants 2014-2015
Alumni of Modesto Chamber of Commerce Leadership Modesto 2010
Modesto Sunrise Rotary Club, Past Member
McHenry Mansion Foundation, Past Treasurer
Hobbies and Interests
Natalya’s passion is to travel and experience culture and food all around the world.
Marissa Williams, CPA, CFE
Professional Designations
Licensed Certified Public Accountant in California, 2012
Certified Fraud Examiner, 2021
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, California State University, Stanislaus, 2009
Community Involvement
Board Director, California Society of Certified Public Accountants, 2013-2018
Young Emerging Professionals Committee, California Society of Certified Public Accountants, San Joaquin County Chapter, 2013-2018
Alumni of Modesto Chamber of Commerce Leadership Modesto, 2015
Audit and Personnel Committee, Escalon Christian Reformed Church, 2019-present
Hobbies and Interests
Family
Boating
Reading
Loren Kuntz, CPA
Professional Designations
Licensed Certified Public Accountant in California, 1998
Professional Affiliations
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Education
BS, Accounting & Business Administration, California State University Stanislaus
Community Involvement
Board Treasurer, Parent Resource Center and Foundation
Alumni of Modesto Chamber of Commerce Leadership Modesto
Healthcare
When you think of the healthcare industry, you might not immediately think of accounting. However, accounting is the veritable backbone of a medical office, seeing as tight accounting will allow an organization to thrive and provide for its clients. Often times, an accounting department is the key element that keeps healthcare organizations operating in a way that’s efficient.
In terms of industries, healthcare is by and large the largest. This means that any and all accounting taking place in the field can tend to be incredibly complex. A healthcare accountant should have a specialized knowledge in the field, and be able to assess the proper annals to keep a healthcare organization running smoothly.
Also, considering the sizable cost of healthcare to the individual, a healthcare accountant must also have information enough about the industry to ascertain that the providers are being held accountable for their costs. They also ensure that strict guidelines are followed in an industry where fees, fines, and even lawsuits can occur.
It’s crucial to remember that, in the healthcare industry, the patient’s satisfaction is key—and this satisfaction and the financial function of the facility must be balanced. This is why strong accounting departments or consultants are necessary to both keep on top of issues facing the industry as well as to keep informed about the field of efficacious accounting.
For more information about the specifics of taxes in healthcare, contact Atherton & Associates, LLP.
“Atherton and Associates has been an invaluable partner for Hospice of Santa Cruz County. Their audit and tax services have helped our agency – from navigating significant changes in healthcare legislation to timely filing of our reporting requirements. I have not hesitated to recommend the firm to my peers.”