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Tim Krause CPA, MT, FACMPE
Vice President and Shareholder

Tim is one of the founders of Krause Kirkpatrick Bertrand with over 35 years of experience in guiding Colorado businesses to financial success. Tim's areas of specialization include creative tax planning, physician compensation plans, medical practice revenue strategy, contract structuring and accounting.

Professional Background

  • Grew up in South Bend, Indiana
  • Served as an officer in the U.S. Army 1969 - 1971
  • Spent three years, with Haskins and Sells (now Deloitte Touche) in Chicago
  • Moved to Colorado in 1974
  • Joined the CPA firm of Pedicord & Associates, Inc. becoming a partner in 1976
  • Established the firm of Krause & Company, PC in 1985
  • Merged with Kirkpatrick and Bertrand, PC to create the firm of Krause Kirkpatrick Bertrand, PC (KKB) in 2007

Education

  • Graduated from Indiana University in 1969 with a BS in Accounting
  • Graduated from University of Denver in 1980 with a Masters Degree in Taxation

Honors and Certifications

  • Passed the CPA exam in 1972 on the first sitting
  • Passed the certification examination of the American College of Medical Practice Executives on the first sitting to become a CMPE
  • Fulfilled the professional requirements to become a fellow (FACMPE) in the American College.of Medical Practice Executives in 2007

Affiliations

  • Tim is an active member in both Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) and Colorado MGMA
  • Member of the American College of Medical Practice Executives
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Member of the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accounts
  • Compass Bank - Denver, Board of Directors

Publications and Presentations

  • Tim has presented at CMGMA conferences, speaking on financial statements, financial matters, tax matters, internal control and embezzlement
  • Presented at the MGMA National Leadership Conference

Volunteer Service

  • Denver Lions Club
  • Savio House* - Board of Trustees
  • Savio House - Treasurer
  • Savio House is the preeminent child and family treatment center in Colorado. Its mission is to eliminate violence, crime, drug and alcohol abuse, child abuse and neglect through caring, support and education.