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Sentara Health Names Michael Cole EVP and President of Health Plans
Sentara Health has appointed Michael Cole as Executive Vice President and President of Sentara Health Plans, according to a June 26, 2026 announcement from Sentara Health Insurance Company of North Carolina.
By The Desk - Jordan Leahy·June 28, 2026
Cole brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience across the healthcare industry, with expertise in strategy, growth, affordability, and operational performance. His background includes leadership roles at large, complex payer organizations serving millions of members across commercial, Medicare, and ACA markets.
In a recent interview, Cole highlighted his focus on growth and affordability for the health plans division.