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Lower Benefits Administration Costs – Now
Self-service enrollment tools deliver immediate or near-time savings

In this tough economy, employers who are aggressively looking to lower healthcare costs should not overlook benefit administration expenses. A move to our Choicelinx enrollment system can deliver real savings and increase the productivity of Human Resources staff by 20% or more, while simultaneously increasing employee engagement and satisfaction.

What will your clients’ return on investment be?

Explanation of Benefits (EOB)… Made Easy!
An industry-leading change to explain plan coverage and costs

Throughout the rest of 2009, we’re releasing a new EOB that provides meaningful, useful and easy-to-understand cost information to the majority of our medical customers. Furthermore, we’re rolling out availability to see EOBs online! Using input and suggestions from our customers, the new format will help them better understand their health care finances.

Take a closer look.

More Than One Million Move to Choice Fund
Powerful Differentiators Set CIGNA Apart in CDHP Market

Since CIGNA launched its Choice Fund product four years ago, growth in consumer driven health plans has exploded, with banks and boutique organizations jumping on the bandwagon. Today, CIGNA remains a leader in the CDHP market, with over one million individuals now participating in our account-based plans.

Read more information here.

H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccine Coverage

The secretary of Health and Human Services has renewed the declaration that a nationwide public health emergency exists in relation to the H1N1 virus. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has designated vaccination as the most powerful public health tool for control of influenza.

Read H1N1 (Swine) Flu vaccine coverage here.

CIGNA Pharmacy Management® Continues to be a Key Component of CIGNA’s Strategic Direction
Services help improve the health of our individual customers while reducing costs

At CIGNA, we are committed to an integrated pharmacy and medical model that helps to dramatically improve the health of the people we serve.  Through the coordinated use of prescription drugs, medical disease management and behavioral coaching, we have the power to lower overall medical costs significantly for those clients who have both medical and pharmacy benefits.

The facts speak for themselves.

Great-West Healthcare Pharmacy Transition Update
Satisfaction of clients and customers remains our highest priority

As part of the health coverage transition from Great-West Healthcare to CIGNA, CIGNA Pharmacy Management will take the place of Express Scripts (ESI) as pharmacy benefits manager, beginning November 1, 2009.

Read more information here.

New Electronic System Helps New Dentists Join the Network Faster
Reduces time filling out paperwork by more than 85%

CIGNA now offers a paperless credentialing system that is environmentally friendly and helps dentist offices save time.  Dentists can electronically sign their application and, using the Internet, securely send all required documentation and information, such as professional history, licensure, dental specialties and education.  Available now to PPO dentists, the new electronic credentialing system is scheduled for release to HMO dentists this fall.

Read more information here.

CIGNA Supports Life Insurance Awareness Month in September
Dedicated Website offers tools and resources to share with clients and their employees

Now more than ever, Americans are searching for ways to establish and maintain their financial security.  With Life Insurance Awareness Month kicking off in September, life insurance should be among the benefits people consider adding to their family’s financial safety net.

Read more information here.

Regional News

What's happening locally
CIGNA HealthCare news for your area

Get the latest CIGNA HealthCare news for your part of the country. Every month, we post new articles of interest and update the states to which they apply. Here's where you'll also find up-to-date local contact information to help you with your questions and concerns. Want to know the news for your area? Find out here.

(NOTE: States with new articles of special interest are highlighted in blue.)

Web Meetings of Interest

Cracking the Code
Why smarter, earlier interventions are critical to lowering health costs.

Join us for a live, interactive 1-hour Web meeting on October 7, 2009 at 2pm ET hosted by Dr. David Ferriss, Medical Director for CIGNA's Clinical Development program, who will take you inside the Trend Management System to uncover the secrets behind this powerful tool.  See first-hand how earlier risk identification and more precise interventions can help you reduce disease, avoid claims, and lower costs – today and in the future.

Register now.

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