Cost Per Patient Calculation
Calculate the cost per patient based on total cost and number of patients. The logic of cost accounting, interpretation, and scientific basis.
Average cost per patient
1.480,00₺
Determined by the correct distribution of fixed and variable costs; case mix differences should be taken into account.
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Scientific and theoretical basis
Cost per patient, a fundamental cost accounting indicator, shows the average unit cost of services provided in a healthcare institution.
Formula and Logic
Cost Per Patient = Total Cost / Number of Patients
Total cost includes fixed and variable items such as personnel, medication/supplies, overhead, and depreciation. When divided by the number of patients, the average unit cost is found.
How is it interpreted?
This indicator provides input for pricing, budgeting, and department-based profitability analyses. However, since it is an average value, it may underestimate the actual cost in units with a high volume of severe cases.
Considerations
For a meaningful result, costs must be accurately allocated to units and services. Hospital cost analysis and correct data quality determine the reliability of the result.
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How is cost per patient calculated?
The total cost of the period is divided by the number of patients: Total Cost / Number of Patients.