Information About Cigna's Preferred Care Management

Preferred Care Management will be added to Cigna medical plans in 2026. If you are currently enrolled in a Cigna medical plan, your enrollment for 2026 will default to a Cigna medical plan with Preferred Care Management. Under this program, your doctor or medical provider must obtain prior authorization from Cigna before ordering certain procedures. It is important to note that this is not the same as a referral to see a specialist. Preferred Care Management does not require referrals.

Preferred Care Management also offers patients the support of a nurse advocate to make navigating care simpler and to provide an added layer of support. Learn more about Preferred Care Management.