MDNews - San Antonio

COVER STORY GIVING HOPE TO THOSE WITH EPILEPSY 06 The Level 4 South Texas Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at University Hea lth System oers a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options for patients young and old. FE ATURES IS YOUR PRIVATE BANKER YOUR PRIMARY CARE FINANCIAL SERVICES PROVIDER? 12 Medica l professiona ls know that it often ta kes a team of people to ta ke care of a patient, and the same can be said for the support needed to successfully manage someone's diverse financia l and banking needs. ARE CODING AND BILLING MISTAKES HURTING YOUR MEDICAL PRACTICE? 13 In today 's hea lthcare environment, it is imperative to ensure your medica l practice performs billing and coding functions at the highest level possible. 06 contents ON THE COVER /////// MAR 2017 NEW DEPRECIATION RULES: WRITE-OFFS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK 14 For many businesses, changes to the IRS rules for capita lization and depreciation of fixed assets can simplify record keeping and provide the opportunity to accelerate income ta x deductions. RESEARCHERS LINK CHILDHOOD ATTACHMENT ANXIETY TO POORER ADULT HEALTH 20 Attachment anxiety may be a significant mechanism by which low childhood socioeconomic status contributes to adult hea lth issues. STUDY FINDS SURVIVAL BENEFIT FOR LUNG CANCER PATIENTS WHOSE DEPRESSION IMPROVES 22 Research suggests addressing menta l hea lth issues may extend patients' lives. DEPARTMENTS FINANCE 10 EHR INSIGHTS 16 HOSPITAL ROUNDS 17 DATA VAULT 18 12 14

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