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CignaCommercial · Coverage · Coverage · MA · Pain Management, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Physical Therapy +6 moreHigh impact

Alternative pain management services and medications

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by Jul 21, 2025
Effective date
Jul 1, 2025
Identified
Jun 18, 2026

Summary

Cigna Healthcare now covers alternative pain management services and medications for Massachusetts patients under House Bill 5143, including non-medication treatments like acupuncture, chiropractic care, physical therapy, and non-opioid medications. Coverage varies by individual benefit plan and requires verification for each patient.

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What to do

by Jul 21, 2025 · 3 steps
01Billing team must verify coverage for alternative pain management services (acupuncture, chiropractic, physical therapy, etc.) and non-opioid medications for all Cigna Healthcare Massachusetts patients.
02Update prior authorization workflows to check individual benefit plans before billing.
03Access the New England Provider Reference Guide on CignaforHCP.com for specific coverage details.

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Alternative pain management services and medications
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