Transforming Healthcare Tax Compliance: A Modernization Blueprint

Healthcare organizations face some of the most complex and demanding indirect tax compliance challenges of any industry. From nuanced taxability rules to razor-thin margins and evolving regulations, the stakes are high—and the need for modernization is urgent.
This white paper, co-authored by experts from Vertex, KPMG and Workday offers a strategic blueprint for transforming healthcare tax operations. It explores:

• Why healthcare tax compliance is uniquely difficult—with over 30 taxability categories for catheters alone.
• How automation can reduce operational costs and audit risks, while improving accuracy and efficiency.
• Five compelling business case drivers for upgrading to a modern tax engine integrated with Workday.
• Leading practices for successful ERP and tax engine deployments, including exemption management and scenario testing.
• A real-world case study showing a 75% reduction in month-end compliance time.

Whether you're navigating exemption complexity, managing talent shortages, or preparing for digital transformation, this guide provides actionable insights to help you modernize your tax lifecycle and unlock measurable ROI.

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