Pratt Regional Medical Center Disputes Lease Termination Threat

Hospital says it is not in default and was surprised by letter warning of lease termination

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Pratt Regional Medical Center in Kansas has disputed claims that it is in default on its lease, stating it was surprised to receive a letter warning that its lease would be terminated if it did not pay what was owed and comply with the terms of the lease.

Why it matters

This dispute over the hospital's lease could have significant implications for the community's access to healthcare services if the lease is terminated, as Pratt Regional Medical Center is an important provider in the region.

The details

The hospital said it was taken aback by the letter from the lease holder threatening termination if the hospital did not pay what was owed and comply with the lease terms. The hospital maintains it is not in default on the lease.

  • The letter warning of lease termination was received by the hospital on February 6, 2026.

The players

Pratt Regional Medical Center

A hospital located in Pratt, Kansas that is disputing claims it is in default on its lease.

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What’s next

The hospital and lease holder will likely need to negotiate and resolve the dispute over the lease terms to avoid potential termination.

The takeaway

This situation highlights the importance of hospitals maintaining good relationships with their landlords and proactively addressing any lease issues to ensure continued access to critical healthcare services for the local community.