Does Cigna Cover Inpatient Rehab in California?
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Cigna commercial PPO plans in California are required by SB 855 to cover medically necessary inpatient addiction treatment on the same terms as any other medical condition. Cigna uses Evernorth Behavioral Health for SUD utilization review in 2026. Placement advisors verify specific Cigna plan benefits for free.
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What Cigna Covers
Cigna commercial PPO plans typically cover medical detox, residential inpatient (30/60/90 days), PHP, and IOP. Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health handles utilization review and authorization decisions. In-network LA-area residential facilities have direct Cigna contracts.
Typical Cigna Out-of-Pocket
Cigna PPO plan deductibles range from $500 to $5,000 with out-of-pocket maximums typically $3,500 to $9,000. Coinsurance is usually 10–30% after deductible. Many 30-day inpatient episodes hit out-of-pocket max early in the stay.
Cigna Appeal Process
Standard California process. The 2025 SB 855 enforcement rules apply — any SUD denial must be reviewed by a board-certified addiction specialist physician. Placement advisors help coordinate appeals when denials occur.
Cigna Specifics to Know
Cigna historically has used utilization-review protocols that can attempt to limit residential stays to 30 days as a 'step-therapy' before longer care. SB 855 and its 2025 enforcement regulations prohibit this kind of arbitrary step-therapy when clinical medical necessity supports longer care. Placement advisors document medical necessity during verification to preempt this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cigna cover 90-day inpatient rehab?
Yes, when medically necessary. SB 855 and the 2025 enforcement rules prohibit arbitrary length-of-stay limits. Extensions are typically authorized in 30-day increments.
Does Cigna cover medical detox?
Yes, under SB 855 for commercial PPO plans.
What's Evernorth?
Evernorth is Cigna's behavioral health subsidiary — it handles SUD utilization review and authorization decisions.
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