This module provides information about how to manage a safety net dental clinic’s finances. The module discusses the importance of getting expert help, explains how to develop a budget and how to assess financial sustainability, offers information on financial statements, and provides resources for learning more about budget planning and management.

• Explain why clinics need expert help to prepare financial statements.
• Define “audit,” and explain why clinics need to obtain annual independent financial audits.
• List two different types of budgets that clinics need, and explain the difference between the two.
• Explain the role of financial statements in program planning and management.
• List three types of financial statements, and explain the purpose of each.

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