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Avoiding delays in expedited appeals: reduced administrative burden, better patient outcomes
Cigna·General
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Cigna Healthcare provides guidance to reduce delays in expedited appeals by encouraging complete submissions with clinical justification and selective use of 'urgent' labels. This is operational guidance to improve appeal processing efficiency rather than a policy change.
Action Required
Immediately: When submitting expedited appeals to Cigna, ensure all clinical documentation and evidence-based rationale is included. Use 'urgent' designation only for truly urgent cases to help Cigna prioritize appropriately. Train billing and clinical staff on complete appeal submission requirements.