“Herington Hospital has been a fixture in the Herington community for over a century. The news of its closure is devastating to the employees losing their jobs, citizens who relied on the hospital and its clinics for essential care, and the nearby businesses the hospital supported. Our Department of Commerce Rapid Response Team has reached out to Herington leaders and will be sharing resources with employees who are now looking for work. 

“This closure makes clear the absolute necessity of expanding Medicaid this upcoming legislative session. Eight hospitals have now closed since we’ve had the option to increase access to affordable health insurance and support our hospitals, and over half of our rural hospitals are at risk of following suit. Kansas legislators cannot continue to turn their backs on the 78% of Kansans—their constituents—who want to expand Medicaid and save their hospitals.” 

Herington Hospital officials said low patient volume and ongoing financial issues led to the decision to close the facility.   The closing was expected to happen as soon as Wednesday.   Health records will still be maintained at the facility.   The closing leaves Herington residents with a choice of going to Junction City, Marion or Council Grove for hospital care.