{"product_id":"complete-decongestive-therapy-running-expenses","title":"What Are The Operating Costs Of Complete Decongestive Therapy Service?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Decongestive Therapy Service Running Costs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning a Complete Decongestive Therapy Service clinic requires tight cost control, especially with high fixed overhead and specialized payroll Expect total monthly running costs in Year 1 (2026) to average around $40,000 to $45,000, excluding therapist salaries which are often the largest single expense category Your fixed operating expenses alone-rent, insurance, software, and utilities-total $9,550 per month Variable costs, including medical supplies and billing fees, consume about 230% of revenue The good news is that this model shows a rapid path to profitability, achieving break-even in just 1 month, but you must secure $865,000 in minimum working capital by February 2026 to cover initial capital expenditures and ramp-up\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #6067F2;\"\u003e7 Operational Expenses to Run \u003c\/span\u003eComplete Decongestive Therapy Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"dwnld_tbl_id\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e#\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Expense\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpense Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMin Monthly Amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax Monthly Amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacility Rent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClinic Facility Rent is the largest fixed operating expense at $6,500 per month, demanding careful negotiation of lease terms and square footage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$6,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$6,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClinical Staff Wages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTherapist salaries represent the primary operational cost, requiring careful staffing based on capacity utilization, which starts low in 2026 (400% to 650%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdministrative Payroll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdministrative staff payroll, including the Clinic Director and support roles, totals approximately $18,250 monthly in 2026, regardless of patient volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$18,250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$18,250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical Supplies COGS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical Bandaging and Compression Garment Inventory costs are substantial, totaling 140% of revenue in Year 1, which must be managed through bulk purchasing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilling and Processing Fees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical Billing and Claims Processing is a significant variable cost, consuming 50% of revenue in 2026, which decreases as volume scales\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsurance and Licensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMandatory insurance (Malpractice and General Liability) plus Professional Licensing and Dues total $1,750 monthly, protecting the practice and ensuring compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtilities and Tech\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssential utilities and the EHR\/Practice Management Software represent a fixed monthly overhead of $1,300, necessary for clinical operations and patient records\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Operating Expenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e$27,800\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e$27,800\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dwnld_btn_div\"\u003e\u003cbutton id=\"dwnld_btn_id\" class=\"dwnld_btn_clss\"\u003eDownload Table in XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat is the total monthly running budget needed to operate the Complete Decongestive Therapy Service sustainably?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total monthly running budget for the Complete Decongestive Therapy Service is defined by fixed overhead of at least \u003cstrong\u003e$9,550\u003c\/strong\u003e plus variable costs currently projected at \u003cstrong\u003e230%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, setting a high initial cash requirement. Before you hit steady state, understanding these components is crucial, which is why we look at metrics like \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/complete-decongestive-therapy\"\u003eWhat Are The 5 KPIs For Complete Decongestive Therapy?\u003c\/a\u003e. Honestly, this 230% variable cost projection suggests immediate operational inefficiencies that need rapid correction, making the pre-stabilization burn rate substantial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Cost Floor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed Operating Expenses (OpEx) sit at \u003cstrong\u003e$9,550\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis figure does not include the Admin Payroll component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese costs must be covered every month, period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is your absolute baseline cash requirement before seeing a patient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Variable Cost Drag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable costs are currently estimated at \u003cstrong\u003e230%\u003c\/strong\u003e of gross revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor every dollar earned, the service spends $2.30 on variables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis ratio creates a massive negative contribution margin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou defintely cannot sustain this cost structure long-term.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhich cost categories represent the largest recurring monthly expenses?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour largest recurring expenses for the Complete Decongestive Therapy Service are clinical payroll and facility rent, but the \u003cstrong\u003e140%\u003c\/strong\u003e medical supply Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is defintely the most pressing issue demanding immediate action; understanding these levers is crucial before you look at \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-open\/complete-decongestive-therapy\"\u003eHow To Launch Complete Decongestive Therapy Service Business?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Overhead Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacility rent sets a base cost of \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinical payroll (therapist salaries) is your biggest fixed cost driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh therapist utilization must cover this base burn rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf onboarding takes 14+ days, churn risk rises fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVariable Cost Crisis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical supply COGS is \u003cstrong\u003e140%\u003c\/strong\u003e of gross revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis means you lose 40 cents on every dollar earned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate supplier contracts aggressively right now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour target COGS must drop below \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e to be viable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much cash buffer or working capital is required to cover operations until positive cash flow?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe required \u003cstrong\u003e$865,000\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum cash buffer is necessary to fund the Complete Decongestive Therapy Service through its first 11 months of operation until it hits payback, covering both startup costs and initial overhead. If you're planning this runway, I highly recommend reviewing the steps in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/write-business-plan\/complete-decongestive-therapy\"\u003eHow To Write A Business Plan For Complete Decongestive Therapy Service?\u003c\/a\u003e to stress-test these assumptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRunway Coverage Needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover initial capital expenditures (CapEx).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFund \u003cstrong\u003e11 months\u003c\/strong\u003e of negative cash flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget positive cash flow by \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe $865k covers fixed costs until revenue scales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManaging the Burn Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevenue depends on treatment volume per practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTherapist utilization directly impacts contribution margin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh fixed costs demand fast patient acquisition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf patient onboarding takes \u003cstrong\u003e14+ days\u003c\/strong\u003e, churn risk rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow will we cover running costs if patient volume or reimbursement rates are lower than expected?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf patient volume or reimbursement falls short, your immediate action is activating spending controls, defintely targeting the \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e allocated to Physician Referral Marketing, while simultaneously renegotiating fixed costs like your \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly rent commitment; for a deeper look at cash management during these times, review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-much-makes\/complete-decongestive-therapy\"\u003eHow Much Does Owner Make From Complete Decongestive Therapy?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControlling Discretionary Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysician Referral Marketing represents \u003cstrong\u003e40% of revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePause all non-essential outreach immediately if utilization drops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift marketing budget to low-cost, high-retention patient education materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat this marketing spend as variable, not fixed, overhead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDefending Fixed Overhead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour baseline rent commitment is \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact landlords proactively before missing payment deadlines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequest a 90-day rent abatement or a temporary reduction schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrutinize all vendor contracts for 30-day termination clauses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCore fixed operating expenses total $9,550 monthly, contributing to an estimated total monthly burn rate between $40,000 and $45,000 during the first year (excluding therapist salaries).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAchieving the aggressive one-month break-even target necessitates securing a minimum working capital buffer of $865,000 to cover initial capital expenditures and the operational ramp-up period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMedical supplies and compression garment inventory represent a significant financial pressure point, consuming a substantial 140% of Year 1 revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eClinical payroll is identified as the largest single recurring expense category, while facility rent constitutes the largest fixed operating cost at $6,500 per month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 1\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eFacility Rent\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRent's Big Impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClinic rent is your biggest fixed hurdle, hitting \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly. This cost dwarfs utilities and licensing combined. You must nail down the lease terms and required square footage early on. Honestly, this number sets your baseline operating burn rate before any revenue comes in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEstimating Space Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFacility rent covers the dedicated space for Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). To estimate this, you need quotes based on required square footage for treatment rooms and admin space. Since it's \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed, it must be covered before you see a single patient. What this estimate hides is the build-out cost, which isn't in this operating budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControlling Lease Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManage this large fixed cost by negotiating aggressively on the lease duration and rent escalations. Avoid signing for more space than you need right now; excess square footage kills early cash flow. A common mistake is ignoring tenant improvement allowances offered by landlords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush for \u003cstrong\u003elonger initial fixed terms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap annual rent increases strictly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify tenant improvement funds available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRent's Break-Even Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause rent is your top fixed expense at \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, it directly impacts when you hit profitability. If you can shave $500 off this monthly, that's $6,000 less you need to earn before covering overhead. Focus your energy on this negotiation first, before staffing decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 2\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eClinical Staff Wages\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWages Drive Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherapist salaries are your single biggest operational expense, demanding staffing decisions align perfectly with patient flow. If you hire ahead of demand, this fixed payroll erodes cash fast. You must monitor therapist utilization daily to stay solvent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInputs for Therapist Pay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers compensation for your certified practitioners delivering Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), the gold standard for lymphedema management. Estimate this by multiplying the required number of full-time equivalent (FTE) therapists by their fully loaded annual cost. This number easily exceeds your \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly rent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired FTE count based on volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage therapist salary plus benefits burden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget billable hours per month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControlling Payroll Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can't cut corners on specialized staff, so control comes from timing hires right. Avoid signing long-term contracts until utilization proves sustainable. If volume spikes, use carefully managed contract labor temporarily; this is defintely cheaper than carrying idle FTEs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie hiring to 80% sustained utilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse performance incentives over fixed raises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudit schedule adherence monthly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWatch Utilization Metrics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf capacity utilization genuinely starts between \u003cstrong\u003e400% and 650%\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026, you have a serious metric problem or massive overstaffing. Paying salaries against low actual patient load will destroy your margin, especially when variable costs like \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e in billing fees are also factored in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 3\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAdministrative Payroll\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Admin Cost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdministrative payroll for the Clinic Director and support staff sets a baseline cost of \u003cstrong\u003e$18,250 monthly in 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. This expense is fixed, meaning it hits the books every month whether you see one patient or a hundred. You need volume just to cover this floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePayroll Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e$18,250\u003c\/strong\u003e covers the Clinic Director and necessary support roles. Since this is a fixed overhead, you must budget for this amount starting January 2026. What this estimate hides is the cost to hire and train that initial team, often requiring \u003cstrong\u003etwo to three months\u003c\/strong\u003e of runway before they are fully productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinic Director salary component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport staff wages and benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed monthly commitment for 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManaging Overhead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can't easily cut this once hired, so timing matters defintely. Avoid hiring full-time support until patient volume reliably covers \u003cstrong\u003e75%\u003c\/strong\u003e of this monthly burn rate. Consider fractional roles for specialized tasks first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay Director start date if possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutsource initial billing functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-train clinical staff on admin tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVolume Hurdle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fixed administrative cost is a major hurdle. If your average revenue per treatment is $150, you need about \u003cstrong\u003e122 treatments per month\u003c\/strong\u003e just to cover this payroll before factoring in rent or supplies. That's the volume floor you must hit immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 4\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eMedical Supplies COGS\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInventory Cost Shock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInventory costs for bandaging and compression garments are your biggest early hurdle, hitting \u003cstrong\u003e140% of revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1. You must aggressively negotiate supplier pricing now to avoid severe cash flow strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSupplies Input Needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers consumables for your Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) treatments, like specialized bandages and compression garments. Estimate it by tracking (Treatments delivered) times (Average supply cost per session). It currently dwarfs all gross profit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: Units of bandaging used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: Cost per compression garment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact: Exceeds Year 1 revenue by \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCutting Supply Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus on securing deep discounts by committing to large volume orders with suppliers. Avoid ordering small batches at high per-unit costs; that defintely kills margins. Aim to cut this 140% figure quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate \u003cstrong\u003evolume tiers\u003c\/strong\u003e immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget a \u003cstrong\u003e30% to 40%\u003c\/strong\u003e reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie purchasing to therapist utilization rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCash Flow Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince supplies cost \u003cstrong\u003e140% of revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e, inventory management is a cash flow function first. Secure favorable payment terms, like Net 45, to bridge the gap between paying suppliers and receiving patient reimbursements. This protects your working capital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 5\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eBilling and Processing Fees\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilling Fees Hit Hard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilling fees are crushing early margins for specialized care providers. In 2026, expect \u003cstrong\u003e50% of revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e to go directly to Medical Billing and Claims Processing costs, though this percentage must decrease as patient volume scales up. This variable cost eats margin before you cover fixed overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilling Cost Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers submitting claims to insurers and managing payment reconciliation. Inputs needed are \u003cstrong\u003etotal monthly revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e and the contracted percentage fee structure. It is a major variable expense, unlike fixed payroll costs like the $18,250 administrative payroll. Honestly, 50% of revenue is very high for a starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevenue drives the total fee expense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFees are paid post-collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck contract minimum monthly fees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCutting Processing Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReducing this requires negotiating lower rates after you prove volume stability to the processor. If you bring more claims processing in-house, you cut third-party fees, but you add administrative payroll hours. Check if your current agreement penalizes low initial volume or requires high minimum monthly payments regardless of claims submitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate tiered pricing structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenchmark against \u003cstrong\u003e3% to 6%\u003c\/strong\u003e rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove clean claim submission rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eScaling Impact on Fees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire financial model relies on volume decreasing this \u003cstrong\u003e50% rate\u003c\/strong\u003e quickly. If scaling stalls, this fee structure will keep margins thin, making it hard to cover fixed costs like the $6,500 facility rent. This is a defintely critical metric to monitor monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 6\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eInsurance and Licensing\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompliance Costs Fixed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must budget \u003cstrong\u003e$1,750 monthly\u003c\/strong\u003e for required coverage and state dues. This covers Malpractice and General Liability insurance, which protects your assets if a patient claims injury or negligence during Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). This is a defintely non-negotiable fixed overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRequired Protection Budget\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e$1,750\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly expense covers two critical areas: mandatory professional insurance and state licensing fees. You need quotes for Malpractice Insurance (for treatment errors) and General Liability (for facility incidents). Budget this amount monthly starting Day 1, as you can't treat patients without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMalpractice Insurance coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral Liability coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional Licensing and Dues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManaging Compliance Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsurance costs scale with risk exposure and therapist count, not patient volume directly. Shop quotes annually between carriers to lock in better rates for your specialized CDT services. Avoid letting licenses lapse; renewal penalties are often higher than the annual dues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShop liability quotes yearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBundle insurance policies if possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePay dues on time to avoid fines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompliance Threshold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your administrative payroll is \u003cstrong\u003e$18,250\u003c\/strong\u003e and rent is \u003cstrong\u003e$6,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003e$1,750\u003c\/strong\u003e compliance cost is manageable, representing about 2.1% of those two major fixed costs combined. Missing this payment stops operations cold, so treat it like rent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRunning Cost 7\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eUtilities and Tech\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Tech Overhead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour clinical foundation requires a non-negotiable \u003cstrong\u003e$1,300\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly spend for basic utilities and patient record systems. This cost is fixed, meaning it doesn't change whether you see 10 patients or 100 this month. It's the price of keeping the lights on and the charts compliant. Honestly, this is the minimum operational floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTech Cost Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e$1,300\u003c\/strong\u003e covers essential utilities like power and internet, plus the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. You need quotes for local service providers and the annual subscription fee for the Practice Management Software. This is a critical upfront fixed cost in your 2026 operating budget, separate from payroll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility quotes (monthly average).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEHR\/Software subscription tier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial setup fees (if any).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManaging Tech Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can't cut utilities, but software selection matters a lot. Avoid over-buying features you won't use immediately; many specialized EHRs offer tiered pricing. Negotiate multi-year deals for software to lock in rates, but watch out for long contracts if you plan rapid expansion. Don't defintely sign the longest term right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudit utility usage early on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate software annual discounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse tiered, scalable software plans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Cost Reality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this \u003cstrong\u003e$1,300\u003c\/strong\u003e is fixed overhead, it directly pressures your contribution margin until patient volume covers it. If your utilization is low, this cost eats into cash fast. 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