Cory Orzak
About Cory Orzak
Cory Orzak serves as the Chief Actuary and Senior Vice President at EmblemHealth, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Highmark Inc. and Aetna, where he specialized in medical economics and commercial markets.
Current Role at EmblemHealth
Cory Orzak serves as the Chief Actuary and Senior Vice President at EmblemHealth, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he leads teams that support various lines of business, which include Individual ACA, Small Group ACA/Level-Funding, Large Group Insured/ASO, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. His responsibilities encompass overseeing actuarial functions and ensuring the financial health of the organization.
Previous Experience at Highmark Inc.
Prior to joining EmblemHealth, Cory Orzak worked at Highmark Inc. as Vice President and Commercial Markets Lead Actuary from 2017 to 2023. During his six years in this role, he operated in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, where he focused on actuarial practices and contributed to the company's commercial market strategies.
Experience at Aetna
Cory Orzak held the position of Executive Director of Medical Economics at Aetna, a CVS Health Company, from 2008 to 2016. In this role, he spent eight years in the Greater Chicago Area, where he was involved in medical economic strategies and analytics that supported the company's operational goals.
Educational Background
Cory Orzak earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He studied there from 1986 to 1990, laying the foundation for his career in actuarial science and analytics.
Skills and Expertise
Cory Orzak possesses skills in predictive analytics and performance reporting, which are essential for strategic business planning and regulatory compliance. He has expertise in developing and analyzing provider network designs and value-based contracting strategies, contributing to effective healthcare solutions.