As president and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Genord, M.D. brings a critical differentiator to his role as the only physician/CEO of a health benefits company in Michigan. His direct insight into patient care and the complicated issues that physicians and patients often face is not always present when insurance decisions are made. Dr. Genord ensures they are not only present but given careful consideration.
Dr. Genord is responsible for sharing the passion and vision for health care delivery to create a company that always puts members and providers first. Dr. Genord became president and CEO of HAP in 2020. after serving as HAP’s senior vice president and chief medical officer. In that role, he led the development and implementation of HAP’s medical and operational programs, making him uniquely qualified to step into the CEO position. Dr. Genord also serves as executive vice president of Henry Ford Health, of which HAP is an operating unit. Dr. Genord’s dual expertise allows him to bring a broad perspective to the complex issues confronting a provider-sponsored regional health plan, including the effective implementation of value-based health care, which encourages and rewards positive health outcomes for members and patients.