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PHP Announces New CMO




Nov. 10, 2023
For additional information, contact:
Courtney Baker | 517.930.2626
Courtney.Baker@phpmm.org


Physicians Health Plan Announces New Chief Medical Officer

Lansing, Mich.— Physicians Health Plan (PHP) today announced it has expanded its leadership team with the hiring of a Chief Medical Officer, Timothy A. Peterson, MD, MBA, FACEP. This announcement comes just over six months after University of Michigan Health became majority owner of Physicians Health Plan.

Dr. Peterson joins PHP with 20 years of clinical and teaching experience and more than 10 years of executive leadership in population health, accountable care organizations, and clinical care operations.

Dr. Peterson already has experience with PHP, having served on the PHP Board of Directors and on PHP’s Quality Committees. In his new role, Dr. Peterson will assume responsibility for Medical Resource Management, Pharmacy, and Quality Management. He will also continue his work in the Emergency Room at the University of Michigan serving as a physician and as a Clinical Associate Professor.

“As we continue to grow Physicians Health Plan, we’re excited about the role Dr. Peterson will play in our long-term success,” said Dennis Reese, President and Chief Executive Officer.


About PHP

At Physicians Health Plan, we exist to improve people’s lives by making healthcare more accessible for the diverse communities we serve. Together with our extensive network of provider partners and hospitals, we provide our members with access to high-quality, affordable healthcare so they can live their best lives. PHP is owned by two of Michigan’s top health systems, University of Michigan Health and Covenant HealthCare, and offers healthcare plans to individuals, employers, and Medicare beneficiaries throughout Michigan.

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