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AHF Protests PBM Abuse by Express Scripts ‘Express Scripts Doesn’t Care!’

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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The protest will take place TODAY - Thursday, November 3, 2022 in front of Express Scripts corporate headquarters in St. Louis, MO.

Key Points: 
  • The protest will take place TODAY - Thursday, November 3, 2022 in front of Express Scripts corporate headquarters in St. Louis, MO.
  • Express Scripts, the second largest PBM in the US, controls 24% of the market according to Beckers Hospital Review .
  • In December, 2018, Cigna paid $67 billion to acquire Express Scripts, making it one of the nations largest combination medical insurance companies and PBMs.
  • Cignas actions, through Express Scripts, rob specialty and independent pharmacies that many patients depend on, preventing those pharmacies from providing the lifesaving medicines and services patients need.

Cigna Introduces Medicare Advantage Plans in Western Pennsylvania

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Friday, October 28, 2022
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PITTSBURGH, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is expanding its Medicare Advantage (MA) presence to western Pennsylvania for the first time, offering $0 premium plans with attractive extra benefits in 11 counties. These plans will be available to Medicare-eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Election Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. They will be effective Jan. 1, 2023. 

Key Points: 
  • "We have been providing Medicare beneficiaries in other areas of Pennsylvania with access to quality, affordable Medicare Advantage plans for some time," said Jamie Benedict, president for Cigna Medicare in Pennsylvania.
  • Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.
  • Plans include: Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO) and Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO), both with a $0 premium; the Cigna Preferred Plus Medicare (HMO) and Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO), with more robust benefits for a premium; Cigna True Choice Savings Medicare (PPO), with a $0 premium and featuring a $25 monthly rebate on the customer's Part B premium, and Cigna TotalCare Plus (HMO D-SNP), which is a plan for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid that includes a $45 monthly allowance for the purchase of healthy foods.
  • The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Cigna contracts with Medicare to offer Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs.

Cigna Introduces Comprehensive, Cost-Effective Marketplace Plans in Indiana

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Friday, October 28, 2022
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"We're focused on bringing high-quality, cost-effective, and stable health care coverage to the people of Indiana through the individual marketplace this year and beyond."

Key Points: 
  • "We're focused on bringing high-quality, cost-effective, and stable health care coverage to the people of Indiana through the individual marketplace this year and beyond."
  • Another way that Cigna will support the health and well-being of residents of Indiana is through a collaboration with the Indianapolis Zoo.
  • *Cigna plans in Indiana provide access to dedicated virtual care through a national telehealth provider, MDLIVE, located on myCigna.
  • Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and jurisdictions and has more than 190 million customer relationships around the world.

Cigna Introduces Medicare Advantage Plans in Southwest Ohio, Kentucky

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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CINCINNATI , Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is expanding its Medicare Advantage (MA) presence to southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky for the first time. Choices include plans with $0 premiums and attractive extra features, such as a dental allowance, and hearing, vision and fitness benefits. These plans will be available to Medicare-eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Election Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. They will be effective Jan. 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Variety of options, including $0 premium plans, will be offered in Dayton, Cincinnati areas
    CINCINNATI, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is expanding its Medicare Advantage (MA) presence to southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky for the first time.
  • "We have been providing Medicare beneficiaries in Cleveland with access to quality, affordable Medicare Advantage plans for the past several years," said Jamie Benedict, president for Cigna Medicare in Ohio.
  • Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.
  • The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Cigna contracts with Medicare to offer Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs.

Cigna Expands Medicare Advantage Plans in Cleveland Area

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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CLEVELAND, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After launching Medicare Advantage (MA) plans in the Cleveland market for the first time two years ago, Cigna is expanding its MA presence there this year with choices that include plans with $0 premiums and attractive extra benefits, such as hearing, dental and vision benefits and financial wellness incentives. These plans will be available to Medicare-eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Election Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. They will be effective Jan. 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to expand our footprint to additional counties around Cleveland to give more residents access to simple, affordable, predictable Medicare Advantage plans," said Jamie Benedict, president for Cigna Medicare in Ohio.
  • Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.
  • The company also offers Medicare Supplement plans and stand-alone prescription drug plans across all of Ohio.
  • The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Cigna contracts with Medicare to offer Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs.

Cigna International Research Reveals Higher Stress, Less Work Engagement Among Young Adults

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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HONG KONG and ANTWERP, Belgium, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Young people around the world have relished newfound workplace freedoms, but new research by Cigna International reveals the move towards flexible and remote work risks hurting their mental well-being and professional development, with many now seeking new jobs.

Key Points: 
  • Despite newfound workplace freedoms, new research from Cigna International reveals young people now face higher levels of stress, financial concern and reduced workplace satisfaction and growth
    HONG KONG and ANTWERP, Belgium, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Young people around the world have relished newfound workplace freedoms, but new research by Cigna International reveals the move towards flexible and remote work risks hurting their mental well-being and professional development, with many now seeking new jobs.
  • Michelle Leung, HR Officer, Cigna International Markets, said the findings should ring alarm bells for employers everywhere.
  • "All over the world, the younger generation has been most impacted by the changes in workplace culture," said Jason Sadler, President, Cigna International Markets.
  • Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has more than 190 million customer relationships around the world.

Cigna International Research Reveals Higher Stress, Less Work Engagement Among Young Adults

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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HONG KONG and ANTWERP, Belgium, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Young people around the world have relished newfound workplace freedoms, but new research by Cigna International reveals the move towards flexible and remote work risks hurting their mental well-being and professional development, with many now seeking new jobs.

Key Points: 
  • Despite newfound workplace freedoms, new research from Cigna International reveals young people now face higher levels of stress, financial concern and reduced workplace satisfaction and growth
    HONG KONG and ANTWERP, Belgium, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Young people around the world have relished newfound workplace freedoms, but new research by Cigna International reveals the move towards flexible and remote work risks hurting their mental well-being and professional development, with many now seeking new jobs.
  • Michelle Leung, HR Officer, Cigna International Markets, said the findings should ring alarm bells for employers everywhere.
  • "All over the world, the younger generation has been most impacted by the changes in workplace culture," said Jason Sadler, President, Cigna International Markets.
  • Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has more than 190 million customer relationships around the world.

G&A Partners Offers Cigna Master Health Plan to Florida Clients

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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G&A Partners, a leading professional employer organization (PEO) and human resources outsourcing (HRO) provider, announced today that it will offer a Cigna master health plan to its PEO clients in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • G&A Partners, a leading professional employer organization (PEO) and human resources outsourcing (HRO) provider, announced today that it will offer a Cigna master health plan to its PEO clients in Florida.
  • With this move, G&A Partners will be the only PEO in Florida to offer a Cigna plan.
  • By adding Cigna master health plans to our selections available in Florida, G&A is offering Florida small- and mid-size businesses the opportunity to access high-quality Cigna plans that traditionally cater to large-scale companies with 1,000 or more employees, said Josh McIntosh, G&A Partners vice president of sales for Florida and Mid-Atlantic region.
  • G&A will open the Cigna National plan to life and health broker partners who will earn a commission when their clients choose G&As PEO services.

Cigna Introduces Medicare Advantage Plans in New York Area

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is offering Medicare Advantage (MA) plans for the first time in New York state, including New York City's five boroughs.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is offering Medicare Advantage (MA) plans for the first time in New York state, including New York City's five boroughs.
  • In all of these areas, Cigna is offering the Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO) plan and the Cigna True Choice Courage Medicare (PPO) plan.
  • Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.
  • The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Cigna contracts with Medicare to offer Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs.

Cigna Expands Medicare Advantage Presence in South Florida

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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MIAMI, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is growing its Medicare Advantage (MA) presence in the Miami area, expanding to all of Miami-Dade County and introducing plans in Broward and Palm Beach counties for the first time. Choices include plans with $0 premiums, attractive extra benefits and a number of trusted providers. These plans will be available to Medicare-eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Election Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. They will be effective Jan. 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • "Cigna has been offering a Medicare Advantage plan in this area for 15 years," said Steven Saathoff, president of Cigna's Medicare business in central and south Florida.
  • Plans include Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO), Cigna Preferred Savings Medicare (HMO) and Cigna True Choice (PPO), all with a $0 premium; and Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), which is a plan for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid and includes a companionship and support program to help participants with instrumental activities of daily living and socialization.
  • Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.
  • The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Cigna contracts with Medicare to offer Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs.