Henry Ford Health System is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Detroit, Michigan, registered in 1954, with $5,284,200,687 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 85% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$5.3B
▲ 17.5% vs prior year
Health median: $840K
Expenses (FY2024)
$5.0B
Net assets
$2.4B
Employees
28,175
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Henry Ford Health System: 85% to programs · $7 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Henry Ford Health System: 6 mo reserves · +6% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Henry Ford Health System: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Henry Ford Health System: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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We improve people's lives through excellence in the science and art of health care and healing.vision: we will be the trusted partner in health, leading the nation in superior care and value.
Outpatient clinics: the organization includes the henry ford medical group (hfmg),one of the nation's largest group practices, with more than 1,900 physicians and researchers in more than 40 specialties at locations throughout southeast and central michigan, encompassing approximately 2.6 million total outpatient encounters annually. henry ford's medical centers are located in wayne, oakland, macomb and jackson counties. some medical group physicians also are on staff at other henry ford hospitals. six medical centers provide 24-hour emergency care with several providing ambulatory surgery and primary stroke care. founded in 1915 after consultations with physicians at johns hopkins hospital and the mayo clinic, the henry ford medical group has established itself as one of the premier group practices in the nation. our large academic enterprise places us in the top three of traditionally independent group practices through:clinical care: the breadth and depth of the henry ford medical group's clinical services is unparalleled by any other independent academic medical center. our scale and scope are in the 99th percentile of all group practices, with visit volumes larger than most group practices. we are national leaders in primary care with expertise in preventive care services and the health management of senior citizens. our specialty centers of excellence are national leaders as well, providing advanced tertiary and quaternary care with a focus on discovery and innovation.education: our post-graduate medical education enterprise is among the largest in the country. approximately one third of all physicians in michigan formally trained at hf health during some point in their career.research: henry ford health is among top national institutes of health funded institutions in michigan.leaders in academic medicine and clinical care: the henry ford medical group is considered among the best organized in the country. our self-governed, employed physician practice program has become a model for many others because of our continuing success. the brightest minds in medicine are attracted to become part of the henry ford medical group because our organization provides physicians the independence to pursue advanced clinical care while undertaking research as well as academic educational initiatives.for over 100 years the henry ford medical group has fostered advancement in patient care, research, and education while encouraging innovation in technology and patient care processes both in the outpatient and hospital settings. for these reasons henry ford medical group physicians are consistently selected by their physician peers as top doctors in various local and national published surveys and to lead national and state medical associations. henry ford medical group physicians work together in leadership and as everyday partners to continue to bring the best possible care to every patient we serve.
Emergency room services: the organization directly operates six 24-hour emergency facilities, one of which is a level 1 trauma center located in the city of detroit. emergency services revenues approximated $220 million during 2024 representing 238,503 patient visits.
Other program services includes hf health research services, along with hf health community care services, which offers a broad level of services at numerous geographic locations including nursing care, home care, senior care, pharmacies, eye care, hospice care, occupational health, dialysis; housing for medical residents & patient family members; fitness center & athletic training services, school based health programs and a dedicated cancer center. research is a vital component of the mission of henry ford health. henry ford health's mission is to improve human life through excellence in the science and art of health care and healing. this mission is strongly supported and enhanced by the dedicated staff's pursuit of scientific advancement.since 1915, henry ford hospital phy
Revenue grew from $2.4B (FY2013) to $5.3B (FY2024) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
6.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$5.0B
Total liabilities
$2.6B
Net assets
$2.4B
Salaries & benefits
$2.5B
50% of expenses
Board members
18
16 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,284,200,687▲17.5% | $4,965,657,559▲15.0% | $2,411,018,724▲56.6% | $4,979,151,383▲25.4% | 990 |
| 2023 | $4,495,865,667▲12.8% | $4,319,464,747▲9.7% | $1,539,706,962▲6.1% | $3,971,189,937▲2.3% | 990 |
| 2022 | $3,987,316,990▲5.0% | $3,936,821,951▲4.3% | $1,450,985,887▼10.3% | $3,881,569,394▼0.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $3,798,399,033▲6.5% | $3,776,183,807▲11.4% | $1,618,113,123▲10.9% | $3,913,395,431▲5.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $3,565,318,688▲1.5% | $3,390,415,300▲3.6% | $1,459,046,147▲26.7% | $3,726,639,370▲22.2% | 990 |
| 2019 | $3,513,243,526▲12.4% | $3,271,046,621▲7.5% | $1,151,214,636▲16.1% | $3,049,325,128▲28.7% | 990 |
| 2018 | $3,126,427,283▲10.5% | $3,041,839,218▲11.9% | $991,969,303▲29.5% | $2,369,131,001▲8.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $2,830,348,248▲5.4% | $2,718,511,974▲5.7% | $766,062,147▲9.4% | $2,189,794,979▲6.9% | 990 |
| 2015 | $2,686,158,659▲11.6% | $2,573,092,382▲7.2% | $700,557,794▲15.2% | $2,048,146,134▲4.2% | 990 |
| 2014 | $2,406,408,001▲0.5% | $2,400,377,482▼0.7% | $607,949,298▼2.0% | $1,966,291,673▲0.1% | 990 |
| 2013 | $2,394,053,969 | $2,418,204,530▲2.8% | $620,252,766▲10.7% | $1,965,056,471▲2.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $2,353,165,506▲5.2% | $560,528,747▲2.2% | $1,917,359,827▲2.3% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $2,236,526,717▲4.4% | $548,496,652▼0.9% | $1,874,131,097▲4.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $2,141,597,612 | $553,495,495 | $1,795,704,012 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Highest-paid: Robert G Riney — $7,019,469 (0.14% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert G Riney | Director/ President/ceo | 51 | $7,019,469 |
| Adnan R Munkarah Md | Chief Medical Officer | 58 | $3,373,948 |
| Robin S Damschroder | Treasurer/cfo | 49 | $3,345,655 |
| Steven N Kalkanis Md | Ceo-hfmg | 60 | $2,535,546 |
| Denise Brooks-williams | Ceo Markets | 60 | $2,338,768 |
| Michael A Genord Md | Ceo - Hap(thru 11/2024) | 1 | $2,023,899 |
| Paul T Browne | Svp- Cio | 60 | $1,763,404 |
| Antonia Maria Ramsey | Evp- Chief Human Resources | 60 | $1,665,971 |
| Trevor Raymond Banka Md | Physician | 60 | $1,575,746 |
| Hassan Nemeh Md | Physician | 60 | $1,558,874 |
| Jason J Davis Md | Physician | 60 | $1,557,481 |
| Muwaffak M Abdulhak Md | Physician | 60 | $1,555,265 |
| David F Shepherd | Ceo - Community Care Svc | 60 | $1,249,180 |
| Heather Geisler | Evp-chief Marketing | 60 | $1,247,594 |
| Eric Wallis | Former Ceo - W Blmfld Hosp | 60 | $1,030,248 |
| Veronica M Hall Rn | Ceo- Hf Hospital | 60 | $1,020,319 |
| Mary Jane Vogt | Evp- Philanthropy | 60 | $988,498 |
| Shanna Johnson | Ceo - W Blmfld Hosp | 30 | $931,485 |
| Farzan Siddiqui Md Phd | Director-physician | 60 | $721,637 |
| Dennis Butts | Evp Chief Strategy & Network Developmen | 60 | $699,188 |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Barton Malow Turner Dixon | Construction Services | $62,662,598 |
| Pro Diversity Partners LLC | Temp Nursing Services | $28,865,187 |
| Hdr PC | Construction Services | $26,454,421 |
| Guidehouse | Consulting | $15,398,396 |
| Henry Ford Go Health Urgent Care | Management Fees | $10,768,946 |
325 grants to Henry Ford Health System totaling $87.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Medical / public services | 2024 | $1,500,000 |
| Community Foundation For Southeast Michigan | Health care | 2024 | $487,226 |
| Michigan Health Endowment Fund | Establishing an integrated care clinic | 2024 | $199,774 |
| Michigan Public Health Institute | Diabetes prevention & mitigation in high-risk populations | 2024 | $181,030 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Research | 2024 | $156,640 |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospitals | Research | 2024 | $130,138 |
| United Jewish Foundation | To support health care | 2024 | $128,750 |
| American Gift Fund | Operations | 2024 | $80,605 |
| Giveclear Foundation | Program support | 2024 | $55,000 |
| Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Assn | Trial capacity program | 2024 | $50,000 |
| American College of Cardiology Foundation | Afc - accreditation foundation committee microgrant | 2024 | $49,755 |
| Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington | Research subrecipient | 2024 | $43,443 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Patient support | 2024 | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Patient support | 2024 | $20,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $16,420 |
53 grants totaling $2.1M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Henry Ford Health System →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ddp Bike Share Corporation | Organizational support | $400,000 |
| Midtown Detroit Inc | Organizational support | $233,333 |
| Wayne State University | Organizational support | $165,550 |
| American Kidney Fund Inc | Organizational support | $150,000 |
| Michigans Thanksgiving Parade Foundation | Organizational support | $135,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Michigan Foundation | Organizational support | $111,500 |
| Oakland University | Organizational support | $90,000 |
| City of Royal Oak | Organizational support | $50,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation Inc | Organizational support | $43,700 |
| Lawrence Technological University | Organizational support | $40,000 |
| Rocket Giving Fund | Organizational support | $40,000 |
| Detroit Regional Chamber | Organizational support | $38,000 |
| Oakland University | Organizational support | $30,000 |
| Access | Organizational support | $28,000 |
| Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Inc | Organizational support | $27,500 |
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Data for Henry Ford Health System (EIN 38-1357020) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.