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Metabolic screenings and therapy for patients prescribed antipsychotic medications
Cigna·Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Coverage
Effective date
Jul 21, 2025
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Cigna Healthcare now requires metabolic screenings at treatment initiation and quarterly for patients on antipsychotic medications, plus individual/group/family therapy coverage. Providers should coordinate metabolic monitoring with medication management visits and assist patients in finding in-network therapy providers.
Action Required
Immediately: Schedule metabolic monitoring appointments during or after medication management visits for patients on antipsychotic medications. Provide patients with Customer Service number (800.926.2273) to find in-network therapy providers. Establish appointment reminder systems and follow up with patients who miss metabolic monitoring appointments.