Book excerpt: This new edition of the best selling resource, has been updated to include the latest industry specific information and insight along with eight all new chapters, written by top healthcare appraisal experts (including A. Simons, C. Carden, T. Sorensen, D. Barbo ad R. Mundy). Valuation professionals will gain a great competitive advantage by familiarizing themselves with the principles and legislation details presented in this comprehensive guide before working on their next healthcare valuation. Highlighted topics include hospital valuation, healthcare reform and heathcare and the economy, valuing home health agencies, dialysis clinics, & ambulatory surgical senters plus lost profits in physician's practices. Co-published with the American Health Lawyers Association (AHLA). (Replaces ISBN 9781935081098)