February 2026

In case you missed them, here is a recap of and links to all of the behavioral health articles that were published in the Provider Newsroom in February.

Evernorth Inpatient Mental Health and Inpatient Detox – Prior Authorization Form Update

(February 19, 2026)

Updates have been made to the Evernorth Inpatient Prior Authorization Form. This form is for inpatient behavioral and substance use services, including mental health, detox, substance use rehabilitation, dual diagnosis, and eating disorder treatment.

Tips for enhancing women’s health care experiences

(February 13, 2026)

Creating a better care experience for women involves understanding their unique health needs throughout all stages of life and implementing changes that focus on provider-patient interactions. Here are several key strategies to consider.

TMS prior authorization request to be removed for contracted providers

(February 6, 2026)

Effective March 6, 2026, Evernorth Behavioral Health will no longer require prior authorization for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for contracted providers whose patients have coverage under Evernorth and Cigna Healthcare plans. Read about what this change means.