Align Capital Partners acquires Heritage Imaging

Align Capital Partners has completed the acquisition of Heritage Imaging, a provider of mobile diagnostic imaging services based in Boise, Idaho. This acquisition signifies a strategic move by Align Capital to strengthen its portfolio in the healthcare services sector, particularly in diagnosing imaging solutions for underserved communities. While the financial terms were not disclosed, the transaction extends Align's investment in high-demand, critical healthcare services across geographic regions with limited access.

Heritage Imaging operates in 14 states across the Midwest and Pacific Northwest, offering mobile solutions that include MRI systems, PET/CT scans, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and echocardiography. The company serves hospitals and healthcare facilities, focusing on providing onsite imaging equipment and technician staffing to enhance patient care in rural and underserved markets. Post-acquisition, Dr. Steve Coppess, CEO of Heritage Imaging, will continue to lead the company alongside the existing management team.

The strategic rationale for the acquisition lies in Heritage's strong market reputation and established presence in rural health services. Align’s Managing Partner, Rob Langley, cited the alignment between Heritage's operational reliability and ACP’s expertise in enhancing route-based service providers. Langley emphasized the potential to further solidify Heritage's position as a trusted partner in healthcare by infusing additional resources that could improve healthcare access.

For Align Capital Partners, this acquisition augments a broader strategy of expanding within niche healthcare segments, where long-term customer relationships and the ability to scale through add-on acquisitions are crucial. Since 2024, Heritage has already closed three add-on acquisitions, with plans to explore adjacent markets and expand service lines under Align's guidance. This positioning comes at a time when the healthcare sector increasingly prioritizes accessibility and technological integration in diagnostics.

The immediate focus will be on leveraging Align’s operational expertise to accelerate Heritage’s growth and market penetration. Questions surrounding potential future acquisitions and service expansions could define the next phase of growth. The successful integration of Heritage into Align's portfolio could serve as a model for similar investments aimed at bridging healthcare delivery gaps in underserved regions.