Cigna Introduces Medicare Advantage Plans in Western Pennsylvania

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Cigna is expanding its Medicare Advantage offerings in western Pennsylvania, introducing $0 premium plans across 11 counties, effective January 1, 2023. This expansion is part of the Annual Election Period, which runs from October 15 to December 7, allowing eligible individuals to choose from various plans tailored to different health needs and budgets. Notable benefits include hearing, vision, and dental coverage, and a valuable meal delivery service post-hospital discharge. This marks Cigna’s first major entry into this region.

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• Expansion into western Pennsylvania increases market presence.
• Introduction of premium $0 Medicare Advantage plans enhances competitive edge.
• Plans offer additional benefits, appealing to a wider customer base.

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$0 premium plans available in 11 counties, including Pittsburgh area

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. 

"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. "We are thrilled to expand into western Pennsylvania to give residents more choices to find the plan that fits their health needs, lifestyle and budget."

The plans are available in Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Armstrong, Beaver, Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties in western Pennsylvania, including the Greater Pittsburgh area, and Crawford, Mercer and Venango counties in northwestern Pennsylvania.

Medicare Advantage plans are popular with people who qualify for Medicare because they include benefits that original Medicare does not.

A number of plans are offered in western Pennsylvania to appeal to every lifestyle, budget and health status. 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.

All plans also include the following:

• Hearing, vision and dental benefits
• A fitness benefit, including a fitness tracker
• Meal delivery following a hospital discharge
• An allowance for certain over-the-counter (OTC) health-related purchases
• The Healthy Today flex card, which can be used at participating retailers to redeem benefits and incentives, such as wellness incentives and OTC dollars

PPO plans provide coverage at out-of-network providers, giving customers more freedom and flexibility. Higher cost shares may apply.

Cigna also offers MA plans in southeastern Pennsylvania, including the Philadelphia area. Medicare Supplement plans and stand-alone prescription drug plans are offered across all of Pennsylvania.

For more details about Cigna's Medicare plans, please visit www.CignaMedicare.com.

About Cigna
Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health services company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna delivers choice, predictability, affordability and access to quality care through integrated capabilities and connected, personalized solutions that advance whole person health. All products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Evernorth companies or their affiliates, and Express Scripts companies or their affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products.

Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has over 190 million customer relationships throughout the world. To learn more about Cigna^®, including links to follow us on Facebook or Twitter, visit www.cigna.com.

All Cigna products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation. 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. Enrollment in Cigna depends on contract renewal. Some content may be provided under license. © 2022 Cigna

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FAQ

What is the significance of Cigna's Medicare Advantage expansion in Pennsylvania?

Cigna's expansion into western Pennsylvania introduces $0 premium Medicare Advantage plans, increasing its market presence and offering more choices to eligible residents.

When can eligible customers enroll in Cigna's new Medicare Advantage plans?

Eligible customers can enroll in Cigna's new Medicare Advantage plans during the Annual Election Period from October 15 to December 7.

What counties in Pennsylvania will have access to Cigna's new Medicare Advantage plans?

Cigna's new Medicare Advantage plans will be available in 11 counties, including Allegheny, Beaver, and Butler, among others in western Pennsylvania.

What benefits do Cigna's Medicare Advantage plans offer?

Cigna's Medicare Advantage plans include hearing, vision, and dental benefits, meal delivery services, and a fitness benefit, among other features.