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Accounting for Medical Practices

Most medical services in Mexico are IVA-exempt — but professional fee ISR still applies, and IMSS for clinic staff is mandatory. Getting this wrong costs more than your accountant ever will.

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What We Handle

Full accounting coverage for your industry

Professional fee ISR declarations
CFDI issuance for medical services
IMSS and payroll for clinic staff
Monthly bookkeeping and financial reports
Annual income tax return
Deductible expense tracking (equipment, supplies, rent)
IVA exemption analysis for medical services
Insurance reimbursement reconciliation
SAT compliance and RFC management
Tax regime optimization (honorarios vs. company)

Why AccountingPV

Specialists in Puerto Vallarta

Medical practice expertise

We work with doctors, dentists, and specialists who operate both as individuals and through clinics — and we know the difference in tax treatment for each structure.

IVA exemption analysis

Most medical services are exempt from IVA under Mexican tax law, but the rules are specific. We analyze your service mix and apply the correct IVA treatment so you never over-collect or under-report.

Professional fee ISR optimization

Even without IVA obligations, your honorarios are subject to ISR. We identify every allowable deduction — equipment, supplies, staff costs, professional development — to reduce your effective rate.

Bilingual service

Foreign physicians and dentists practicing in Puerto Vallarta receive English-language accounting support alongside full SAT compliance, including assistance with the FM2/FM3 permits that affect your tax status.

FAQ

Common questions

Most medical and dental services provided directly to patients are exempt from IVA under Article 15 of the IVA Law. This includes consultations, surgeries, laboratory work, and dental procedures. However, some services — such as cosmetic procedures, selling medical supplies, or renting clinic space — may be subject to IVA. We review your specific services and apply the correct treatment.

Yes. All professional fee income (honorarios) is subject to ISR regardless of IVA status. Physicians operating as individuals pay progressive rates up to 35% on net income after deductions. Monthly provisional payments are required by the 17th of each month. We calculate, file, and pay these on your behalf.

Yes. Any employee in a subordinate relationship — nurses, receptionists, assistants, cleaning staff — must be registered with IMSS. Failure to do so results in back contributions, fines, and potential labor claims. We handle IMSS registration, monthly filings, and bi-weekly payroll processing.

Yes. Medical equipment, instruments, supplies, clinic rent, and professional liability insurance are all deductible expenses if backed by a valid CFDI. Equipment above certain value thresholds is depreciated over multiple years. We track all of this and apply the correct deductions at declaration time.

It depends on your income level, number of patients, and whether you employ staff. Individuals (honorarios) face progressive rates but have simpler compliance. A company (persona moral) pays a flat 30% but adds complexity and cost. Once annual income exceeds roughly $500,000 MXN, a corporate structure often saves tax. We model both scenarios for you before you decide.

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