Clinical Programs and Services

Enhancement to medical oncology prior authorization requirements for MSI/MMR biomarker testing for rectal cancer

January 14, 2025

Traditionally, the standard treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer has been neoadjuvant chemotherapy and radiation followed by surgical resection of the rectum. Recently, however, research […] Read more >

Maryland access to evaluation/treatment requirements

December 18, 2024

The Maryland Insurance Administration requires in-network providers to have policies and procedures in place to ensure that customers can be evaluated and/or treated for urgent* […] Read more >

Oncology drug dose rounding program begins January 1, 2025

December 2, 2024

On January 1, 2025, Cigna HealthcareSM will begin an oncology drug dose rounding program to reduce drug waste for a variety of injectable oncology drugs […] Read more >

The value of the provider’s recommendation in flu vaccination

November 27, 2024

Flu season is here, with cases tending to spike in November, December, and January. As you know, vaccinations early in the season are encouraged, particularly […] Read more >

Sexual health and intimacy post-cancer diagnosis – Resources for oncology specialists and cancer survivors

November 21, 2024

A cancer diagnosis is undeniably stressful and takes a toll on emotional well-being, including sexual health. Changes in sexual health is a challenge of cancer […] Read more >

Cardiac arrest on the rise: What your patients need to know

November 8, 2024

Cardiac arrest affects nearly 1,000 people a day—not only those with known heart issues, but people who may think they are healthy and have no […] Read more >

Appropriate antibiotic prescribing and education key to reducing antibiotic resistance

November 8, 2024

Cold and flu season is here, and with it comes an increase in patients with respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to respiratory syncytial […] Read more >

EviCore by Evernorth to manage new precertification programs for Cigna Healthcare customers

October 11, 2024

Beginning November 1, 2024, EviCore by Evernorth® will begin managing precertification for additional services for Cigna Healthcare℠ customers. These services include certain cardiac and vascular […] Read more >

Cardiac and Vascular Intervention Program — Precertification to be managed by EviCore by Evernorth

October 11, 2024

Beginning November 1, 2024, EviCore by Evernorth® will begin managing precertification for certain Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes for cardiac and vascular intervention procedures for […] Read more >

Spine surgery and related procedures added to musculoskeletal precertification program managed by EviCore by Evernorth

October 11, 2024

Beginning November 1, 2024, EviCore by Evernorth® will begin managing precertification for certain Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes for spine surgeries and additional spine-related procedures […] Read more >

Molecular Laboratory Testing Program — Precertification to be managed by EviCore by Evernorth

October 11, 2024

Beginning November 1, 2024, EviCore by Evernorth® will begin managing precertification for certain Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes for molecular laboratory tests for Cigna Healthcare℠ […] Read more >

Cigna Healthcare Helps Drive Adherence with Preventive Breast Screening

October 11, 2024

New industry recommendations advocate for earlier and more frequent mammograms Women who have regular mammograms are more likely to find cancer earlier and have better […] Read more >

Cigna Healthcare offers coaching support for your patients with chronic conditions

October 11, 2024

Millions of Americans suffer from complex chronic conditions that detract from their quality of life and are challenging for busy primary care providers to manage. […] Read more >

White coat syndrome: Why it matters

October 11, 2024

Patients who have a high blood pressure reading during a provider visit but a normal reading outside the office may suffer from white coat syndrome […] Read more >

Nonpharmacological pain management treatment

October 11, 2024

Nonpharmacological pain management treatment is the management of pain without the use of medication. Evidence suggests nonpharmacological analgesic therapies can provide relief to those experiencing […] Read more >

National Injectable and Immunization Fee Schedule (NIIFS) quarterly update

October 11, 2024

The Cigna Healthcare National Injectable and Immunization Fee Schedule (NIIFS) is used to reimburse professional and facility providers for payment of injectable drugs and immunizations. […] Read more >

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