Health Management Associates, an independent, national research and consulting firm specializing in publicly funded healthcare and human services policy, programs, financing, and evaluation, completed the acquisition of Leavitt Partners, a healthcare consultancy that provides strategic counsel to an array of healthcare organizations. Financial terms were not disclosed. "Our discussions started with an aligned mission to improve healthcare and our nation's capacity to care for its most vulnerable people. While both Leavitt Partners and HMA operate at the intersection of healthcare and government, our areas of emphasis are highly complementary and strengthen the offerings and footprint of both firms," Governor Leavitt, Leavitt Partners Founder.