Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$ 180,226	$ 121,664	$ 115,266
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(13,049)	3,132	1,651
Change in unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives	9,620	(5,973)	1,620
Comprehensive income	176,797	118,823	118,537
Comprehensive income attributable to the noncontrolling interests	0	(108)	(38)
Comprehensive income attributable to EPR Properties	$ 176,797	$ 118,715	$ 118,499