And what employers want is important â the number of jobs in this field through 2020 is expected to grow 21% faster than average. Your degree program should teach you specific medical codes, how to code accurately and how to use field-specific computer programs and technology, according to Carlson.
12. Taxes incurred in operating your business are generally deductible. How and when they are deducted depends on the type of tax: 1  Sales tax on items you buy for your business's day-to-day operations is deductible as part of the cost of the items; it's not deducted separately.
If you are a business registered for sales tax, you may claim a credit against your sales tax due rather than apply for a refund. A credit will reduce the amount you owe on your sales tax return. For more information on claiming a credit, see Tax Bulletin Sales Tax Credits (TB-ST-810).