In the budget preparation phase, obtaining information regarding other hospitals' performance is considered:
a. demographic information. c. strategic initiatives.
b. regulatory influences d. competitive analysis.
D
A competitive analysis probes how the competition is performing by examining other hospitals'
practices. Demographic information identifies unique characteristics of the market that influence
patient behavior. Regulatory influences affect financial performance and are influenced by several
governing bodies. Strategic initiatives include strategic plans that guide the direction of the
organization over several years.
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