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ARTICLE I — DEFINITIONS As used in this Lease, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

Section 1.1 "AKS" means the federal Anti-Kickback Statute, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b(b), as amended from time to time, and all regulations promulgated thereunder, including without limitation 42 C.F.R. Part 1001.

Section 1.2 "Base Rent" means the fixed periodic rental payment due from Tenant to Landlord, as set forth in Article IV and Exhibit C of this Lease.

Section 1.3 "Building" means the building in which the Premises are located, as more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 1.4 "Common Areas" means those areas of the Building and the land on which the Building is situated that are designated by Landlord from time to time for the common use and benefit of all tenants and occupants of the Building, including without limitation lobbies, corridors, stairways, elevators, restrooms, mechanical rooms, loading areas, and parking areas, as applicable.

Section 1.5 "Commencement Date" means [Insert date], or such other date as may be determined in accordance with Section 3.1 of this Lease, on which Tenant's right to possession of the Premises and the obligation to pay Base Rent shall commence.

Section 1.6 "Designated Health Services" or "DHS" means those items and services defined as "designated health services" in 42 U.S.C. § 1395nn(h)(6) and 42 C.F.R. § 411.351, as amended from time to time, including without limitation clinical laboratory services, physical therapy services, occupational therapy services, radiology services, radiation therapy services and supplies, durable medical equipment and supplies

Section 1.7 "Effective Date" has the meaning set forth in the Preamble of this Lease.

Section 1.8 "Expiration Date" means the date on which the Initial Term of this Lease expires, as set forth in Section 3.1 of this Lease.

Section 1.9 "Fair Market Value" or "FMV" means the value in arm's length transactions, consistent with the general market value (as that term is defined in 42 C.F.R. § 411.351), of rental property for general commercial purposes (not taking into account its intended use), in the location of the Premises, determined without regard to the volume or value of any referrals or other business generated between the Parties

Section 1.10 "FMV Opinion" means the independent fair market value appraisal report prepared by a qualified, independent appraiser in connection with this Lease, a summary of which is attached as Part 2 of Exhibit C, together with any subsequent updated appraisal obtained pursuant to Section 4.5 of this Lease.

Section 1.11 "Federal Healthcare Program" means any plan or program that provides health benefits, whether directly, through insurance, or otherwise, which is funded directly, in whole or in part, by the United States Government (other than the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program), including Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and any other program as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b(f).

Section 1.12 "Landlord" has the meaning set forth in the Preamble of this Lease, together with Landlord's permitted successors and assigns.

Section 1.13 "Lease Year" means (a) with respect to the first Lease Year, the period commencing on the Commencement Date and ending on the day immediately preceding the first anniversary of the Commencement Date, and (b) with respect to each subsequent Lease Year, each consecutive twelve (12)-month period commencing on the anniversary of the Commencement Date and ending on the day immediately preceding the next anniv

Section 1.14 "Operating Expenses" has the meaning set forth in Section 4.3 of this Lease, if applicable to the lease structure selected by the Parties (e.g., triple-net or modified gross lease).

Section 1.15 "Permitted Use" means the specific use of the Premises described in Section 5.1 of this Lease.

Section 1.16 "Premises" means the specific office space leased by Landlord to Tenant pursuant to this Lease, as more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, including the square footage measurement and floor plan set forth therein.

Section 1.17 "Renewal Term" has the meaning set forth in Section 3.2 of this Lease.

Section 1.18 "Stark Law" means the Physician Self-Referral Law, 42 U.S.C. § 1395nn, as amended from time to time, and all regulations promulgated thereunder, including without limitation 42 C.F.R. Part 411, Subpart J.

Section 1.19 "Tenant" has the meaning set forth in the Preamble of this Lease, together with Tenant's permitted successors and assigns.

Section 1.20 "Term" means, collectively, the Initial Term (as defined in Section 3.1) and any Renewal Term(s) (as defined in Section 3.2), as applicable.

Section 2.1 — Leased Premises. Landlord hereby leases to Tenant, and Tenant hereby leases from Landlord, the Premises described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The Premises consist of approximately [Insert number] rentable square feet of office space located at [Insert full street address, suite/unit number, city, state, zip code] (the "Premises"). The exact location, configuration,

Section 2.2 — Exclusive Use. The Premises are leased to Tenant for Tenant's exclusive use during the Term. Landlord shall not grant any other party the right to use or occupy the Premises, or any portion thereof, during the Term without Tenant's prior written consent. Tenant shall have the right to use the Premises twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week, subject to reasonable Building rules and regul

Section 2.3 — Part-Time or Shared Use Arrangements (If Applicable). [Include this Section 2.3 only if the Premises will be used by Tenant on a part-time or periodic basis rather than on a full-time exclusive basis. If the lease is for full-time exclusive use, delete this Section 2.3 in its entirety and note "Section 2.3 — Reserved" in the final executed version.] In the event that Tenant's use of the Premises is on a

Section 2.4 — Common Areas. In addition to the Premises, Tenant shall have the non-exclusive right, in common with Landlord and all other tenants and occupants of the Building, to use the Common Areas of the Building during the Term, subject to the reasonable rules and regulations established by Landlord from time to time. Landlord shall maintain the Common Areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition consistent wit

Section 2.5 — Condition of Premises. Tenant acknowledges that Tenant has inspected the Premises and accepts the Premises in their current "as-is" condition as of the Commencement Date, except for any tenant improvement work that Landlord has agreed to perform as set forth in a separate tenant improvement agreement or work letter, if any, attached hereto as an addendum. Landlord makes no representations or warranties

Section 3.1 — Initial Term. The initial term of this Lease (the "Initial Term") shall commence on [Insert Commencement Date] (the "Commencement Date") and shall expire on [Insert Expiration Date] (the "Expiration Date"), unless earlier terminated in accordance with the provisions of this Lease. The Initial Term shall be no less than one (1) year from the Commencement Date. Guidance note: A term of at least one (1) ye

Section 3.2 — Renewal Term(s). This Lease may be renewed for [Insert number — e.g., two (2)] successive period(s) of [Insert duration — e.g., one (1) year] each (each a "Renewal Term"), upon written notice given by Tenant to Landlord no later than [Insert — e.g., ninety (90)] days prior to the expiration of the then-current Term (whether the Initial Term or a preceding Renewal Term). Each Renewal Term shall be subjec

Section 3.3 — Holdover. (a) Holdover on Month-to-Month Basis. If Tenant remains in possession of the Premises after the expiration of the Term (or any Renewal Term) without the execution of a new lease or a written Renewal Amendment, such holdover shall be on a month-to-month basis at the then-current Base Rent (as in effect immediately prior to the expiration of the Term), and the holdover arrangement shall otherwis

Section 3.4 — Early Termination. (a) Termination for Cause. Either Party may terminate this Lease prior to the Expiration Date upon the occurrence of an Event of Default (as defined in Section 9.1) by the other Party, subject to the notice and cure provisions set forth in Article IX. (b) Termination for Casualty or Condemnation. This Lease may be terminated in accordance with the provisions of Article XI in the event

Section 4.1 — Base Rent. Tenant shall pay to Landlord a fixed Base Rent of $[Insert amount] per [month/year] (the "Base Rent"), payable in advance on the first (1st) day of each calendar month during the Term. If the Commencement Date falls on a day other than the first day of a calendar month, the Base Rent for such partial month shall be prorated on a per diem basis based on the actual number of days in such month.

Section 4.2 — Fair Market Value Certification. The Parties acknowledge and agree that the Base Rent set forth in this Article IV and in Exhibit C: (a) Has been determined through an independent fair market value appraisal prepared by [Insert name of appraiser — e.g., Northbridge Valuation Advisors LLC], a qualified and independent real estate appraiser with no financial relationship with either Party that would compr

Section 4.3 — Operating Expenses / Additional Rent (If Applicable). [Include this Section 4.3 only if the lease structure is a triple-net (NNN) lease or a modified gross lease under which Tenant is responsible for a share of operating expenses, real estate taxes, insurance, and/or common area maintenance charges. If the lease is a gross lease in which Base Rent is inclusive of all operating expenses, delete this Sect

Section 4.4 — Rent Escalation. The Base Rent for each Lease Year during the Term shall be as set forth in the Rent Schedule in Part 1 of Exhibit C. To the extent the Base Rent includes an annual escalation, such escalation shall be determined as follows: (a) Fixed Escalation. The Base Rent shall increase by a fixed amount of $[Insert — e.g., a stated dollar amount] per Lease Year, or by a fixed percentage of [Insert

Section 4.5 — Periodic FMV Re-Determination. The Base Rent shall be re-determined at Fair Market Value under the following circumstances: (a) Renewal Term Re-Determination. At the commencement of each Renewal Term, the Base Rent shall be re-determined based on a new or updated FMV Opinion obtained from an independent, qualified appraiser. Such FMV Opinion shall be obtained no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to

Section 4.6 — No Rental Adjustments Based on Referrals. Under no circumstances shall the Base Rent, any Additional Rent, Operating Expenses, tenant improvement allowances, rent abatements, rent credits, or any other amounts payable or benefits provided under this Lease be adjusted, modified, waived, forgiven, or otherwise determined based on, or with reference to, the volume or value of referrals of patients, laborat

Section 5.1 — Permitted Use. Tenant shall use the Premises solely for [Insert description of permitted use — e.g., the practice of internal medicine and primary care; clinical laboratory operations; medical billing, coding, and administrative functions; or other specified purpose] (the "Permitted Use"). Tenant shall not use the Premises for any purpose other than the Permitted Use without the prior written consent of

Section 5.2 — Compliance with Laws. Tenant shall, at Tenant's sole cost and expense, comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, rules, and orders in its use and occupancy of the Premises, including without limitation: (a) The Anti-Kickback Statute (42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b(b)) and all regulations promulgated thereunder; (b) The Stark Law (42 U.S.C. § 1395nn) and all regulations pr

Section 5.3 — Restrictions on Assignment and Subletting. Tenant shall not sublease, assign, or otherwise transfer this Lease or any interest herein, or permit any other party to use or occupy the Premises or any portion thereof, without the prior written consent of Landlord, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned, or delayed. Any purported assignment, sublease, or transfer made in violation of

Section 5.4 — Signage. Tenant may install signage identifying Tenant's business on or adjacent to the entry door of the Premises and, subject to Landlord's reasonable approval as to size, design, and placement, in the Building lobby directory and on the exterior of the Building, all in compliance with applicable zoning regulations and Building rules and regulations. The cost of fabrication, installation, maintenance,

Section 5.5 — Alterations and Improvements. Tenant shall not make any structural alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned, or delayed for non-structural alterations that do not materially affect the Building's systems, structure, or exterior appearance. All alterations and improvements made by T

ARTICLE VI — LANDLORD'S OBLIGATIONS

Section 6.1 — Quiet Enjoyment. Landlord covenants that Tenant, upon paying the Base Rent and Additional Rent (if applicable) and performing all of Tenant's obligations under this Lease, shall peacefully and quietly have, hold, and enjoy the Premises during the Term without hindrance, interference, or disturbance by Landlord or any party claiming by, through, or under Landlord, subject to the terms and conditions of t

Section 6.2 — Maintenance and Repairs. Landlord shall be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement (as reasonably necessary) of the following elements of the Building and the Premises: (a) The structural elements of the Building, including the foundation, exterior walls, roof, and structural columns and beams; (b) The Building's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems (to the extent such sys

Section 6.3 — Utilities and Services. Landlord shall provide, or cause to be provided, the following utilities and services to the Premises during the Term: (a) Electricity, natural gas, and water/sewer service to the Building (Tenant shall be responsible for the cost of utilities consumed within the Premises, either through direct metering or as a component of Operating Expenses, as applicable); (b) Heating, ventila

Section 6.4 — Insurance. Landlord shall maintain, at Landlord's cost and expense (subject to inclusion in Operating Expenses as Additional Rent under Section 4.3, if applicable), the following insurance coverages throughout the Term: (a) Property insurance covering the Building (excluding Tenant's personal property, trade fixtures, and improvements) against loss or damage by fire and such other risks as are customari

ARTICLE VII — TENANT'S OBLIGATIONS

Section 7.1 — Interior Maintenance. Tenant shall be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement (as reasonably necessary) of the interior of the Premises, including without limitation interior walls, ceilings, flooring, doors, interior plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, and any equipment, furnishings, or improvements installed by Tenant. Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean, safe, and sanitary c

Section 7.2 — Insurance. Tenant shall maintain, at Tenant's sole cost and expense, the following insurance coverages throughout the Term: (a) Commercial General Liability Insurance with coverage limits of not less than $[Insert — e.g., 1,000,000] per occurrence and $[Insert — e.g., 2,000,000] in the aggregate, covering Tenant's liability for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage arising out of Tenant's

Section 7.3 — Indemnification. (a) Tenant's Indemnification. Tenant shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Landlord and Landlord's officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to (i) Tenant's use

Section 7.4 — Compliance Reporting. Tenant shall promptly notify Landlord in writing of any of the following events or circumstances arising during the Term: (a) Any investigation, audit, inquiry, subpoena, civil investigative demand, or other action by any governmental authority — including without limitation the Office of Inspector General of the United States Department of Health and Human Services ("OIG"), the Ce

ARTICLE VIII — HEALTHCARE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Section 8.1 — Stark Law Space Rental Exception Compliance. The Parties intend that this Lease satisfy all requirements of the space rental exception to the Stark Law set forth at 42 C.F.R. § 411.357(a), as amended from time to time. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Parties acknowledge that the following elements are essential to qualification for such exception and are satisfied by this Lease: (a

Section 8.2 — AKS Space Rental Safe Harbor Compliance. The Parties intend that this Lease satisfy all requirements of the space rental safe harbor under the AKS set forth at 42 C.F.R. § 1001.952(b), as amended from time to time. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Parties acknowledge that the following elements are essential to qualification for such safe harbor and are satisfied by this Lease: (a)

Section 8.3 — Referral Independence. Nothing in this Lease shall be construed to require, or shall serve as a condition for, Tenant (or any physician, healthcare professional, or other individual or entity associated with or employed by Tenant) to refer patients, order items or services, arrange for the provision of items or services, recommend items or services, or generate business for Landlord (or any entity affil

Section 8.4 — Anti-Kickback and Self-Referral Representations. Each Party represents and warrants to the other Party, as of the Effective Date and continuing throughout the Term, as follows: (a) No part of any payment made or received under this Lease is intended as, or shall be construed as, an inducement or reward for the referral of patients, items, or services reimbursable under any Federal Healthcare Program, an