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Early screening for anxiety, depression, and substance use can make a significant difference
Cigna·Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics +1 more·General
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Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Cigna Healthcare issued new guidance recommending early screening for anxiety, depression, and substance use in adolescent and young adult patients. This is educational guidance for providers on screening practices and ages, with recommendations from AAP and USPSTF, but does not appear to change billing procedures or coverage policies.
Action Required
No immediate billing changes required. Providers should review screening recommendations: tobacco use screening starting at age 11, alcohol screening at age 9 (or earlier with risk factors), depression screening annually from age 12, and anxiety screening starting at age 8. Consider implementing validated screening tools in practice workflow.