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You can avoid unexpected medical bills by knowing how your plan works. Certain choices you make can affect what you'll pay out-of-pocket. Know the difference between in-network and out-of-network care to help save on health care expenses.

What's the difference between in-network and out-of-network?

To help you save money, most health plans provide access to a network of doctors, facilities, and pharmacies. These doctors and facilities must meet certain credentialing requirements and agree to accept a discounted rate for covered services under the health plan in order to be part of the network. These health care providers are considered in-network.

If a doctor or facility has no contract with your health plan, they're considered out-of-network and can charge you full price. It's usually much higher than the in-network discounted rate.

Why does out-of-network care cost more?

1. 2 Potential savings estimated, based on an internal national Cigna study conducted in 2019 comparing Cigna’s LocalPlus and LocalPlus IN plans with Cigna’s Open Access Plus (OAP) and Open Access Plus IN (OAPIN) plans with the same benefit structure, deductibles, copay and out-of-pocket maximum limits. Savings are not guaranteed and will vary.
2. Healthy Me Copay C (Cigna) At-a-Glance. Office Visit: Primary $35 copay/visit $70 copay/visit Office Visit: Specialist $60 copay/visit $120 copay/visit Well Child Care No charge. Not covered except no charge for immunizations from birth through age 4 Laboratory.
3. PCP visit copay Specialist visit copay; Washington, D.C. Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO) $0: $0, $0: $6,900: $0: $35: Dallas, TX: Cigna Fundamental Medicare (PPO) $0: $750, doesn’t offer drug.

• You're probably paying full price. When health insurers don't have a contracted relationship with out-of-network doctors and facilities, they can't control what is charged for services. And rates may be higher than the discounted in-network rate.
• You may have to pay the difference. If your doctor's bill is higher than what your plan will pay, you might have to pay the difference. Many health plans list an amount that is the most they'll pay for a certain service received out-of-network. If the doctor or facility charges more than your plan is willing to pay, you could be responsible for paying the difference in addition to your deductible, copay and/or coinsurance. In-network doctors and facilities have agreed not to charge you more than the agreed-upon cost.
• Your share of costs is different—and usually higher. A copay is the amount you pay for covered health services at the time you receive care. There are no copays when you use a doctor or facility that is out-of-network. But you are responsible for paying the coinsurance, or a percentage of covered charges. This may be much higher than the in-network copay or coinsurance amount.

In-network vs. out-of-network costs

Out-of-network costs can add up quickly, even for routine care. If you have a serious illness or injury, it can mean paying thousands of dollars more. Here's an example of doctor charges for a surgery:^*

Provider Networks

When you choose a plan, you will typically have access to a specific provider network. Some networks may be larger than others or may include different choices of providers in your local area. It's important to understand these differences when choosing a plan to meet your specific needs. Also, when you choose a plan, make sure your provider is part of the network associated with that plan.

Provider Network Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals can I use?

If you have a Cigna health plan or are considering enrolling in a Cigna plan, find out which network is included and then search our provider directory.

Do I need to see a doctor within my plan's network for my expenses to be covered?

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Plans may vary, but in general to save on out-of-pocket costs, you should visit in-network providers. If your plan includes out-of-network benefits, eligible expenses are covered but your out-of-pocket costs may be higher. Depending on the plan you choose and where you live, network availability may vary. Refer to your plan documents for network details. When you've decided which plan you'd like, you can visit the provider directory to see if your providers are in-network.

Do I need to select a primary care provider (PCP) before my coverage begins?

If you are purchasing Individual and Family Plan coverage through a state or federal marketplace, a primary care provider may be assigned to you. You may change your PCP after your planned start date.

If you are enrolling in a health plan through your employer, review your employer's plan details to see if you're required to choose a PCP or if choosing a PCP is optional, and to see if there are any network requirements for your plan.

Do I need a referral to see a specialist?

Depending on your plan, a referral from your PCP may be required to see a specialist. Under all plans, referrals are not required for OB/GYNs for covered obstetrical or gynecological services. See your plan documents for details.

Am I covered outside of the service area and outside of the country?

Depending on your plan, benefits may or may not include out-of-network coverage. Refer to your plan documents for important coverage information. Outside of the United States, coverage is limited to emergency services as defined in the plan documents. If you receive coverage through your employer, your employer may offer coverage for health care services received outside of the country when you are travelling for work purposes. Contact your employer for details.

Can I go to any health care provider if I'm traveling?

Depending on your plan, benefits may or may not include access to in-network and out-of-network benefits while traveling. Coverage and reimbursement varies by plan. Refer to your plan documents for details.

Reference the provider directory to find health care providers in your plan's network. Emergency services are always covered.**

Published April 2, 2020

Follow our Medicare Coronavirus News page for related information on coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on Medicare beneficiaries.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) mandated in early March that all testing for COVID-19 be covered in full by Medicare and private Medicare insurance carriers. A COVID-19 vaccine will also be covered if and when one becomes available.

Now, some private insurance carriers are going a step further by eliminating cost-sharing for COVID-19 treatment protocols as well.

Cigna, Humana and Aetna have each taken measures to reduce out-of-pocket spending for their Medicare plan members who undergo treatment for the disease. These out-of-pocket costs can include plan deductibles, coinsurance and copayments.

COVID-19 treatment can potentially include inpatient hospital stays, doctor’s office appointments, inpatient skilled nursing facility stays, home health visits and emergency ambulance transportation.

These services can typically come with costs such as copays and deductibles.

With waived coinsurance and deductibles for COVID-19 treatment, savings can add up

Cigna and Humana both waived COVID-19-related cost-sharing for their Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plans.

Medicare Advantage plans cover the same inpatient and outpatient services and items that are covered by Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B).

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Some of the out-of-pocket costs that a beneficiary who has Original Medicare may face if they receive covered COVID-19 treatment include:

• Beneficiaries who have Original Medicare and who receive inpatient hospital treatment for COVID-19 will typically have to pay the 2020 Medicare Part A deductible of $1,408 for each benefit period that they receive inpatient care.
  There are also Part A daily coinsurance costs for lengthy hospital stays that last longer than 60 days.
  
• Beneficiaries who have Original Medicare and who receive outpatient care must pay the 2020 Part B deductible of $198 per year before Medicare covers the costs of their outpatient care.
  After meeting the Part B deductible, beneficiaries typically pay a 20 percent coinsurance or copay for covered services and items.

For members of Medicare Advantage plans from Cigna and Humana, however, those costs will be waived for covered COVID-19 treatment.

“Our customers with COVID-19 should focus on fighting this virus and preventing its spread,” David M. Cordani, President and CEO of Cigna¹

“While our customers focus on regaining their health, we have their backs,” David Cordani, President and CEO of Cigna, said in a statement.

Cigna’s cost-sharing waiver expires May 31, 2020.

“We know we’re uniquely positioned to help our members during this unprecedented health crisis,” said Bruce Broussard, President and CEO of Humana. “It’s why we’re taking this significant action to help ease the burden on seniors and others who are struggling right now.”²

Humana’s waivers includes costs related to COVID-19 treatment by both in-network and out-of-network facilities or physicians.

Humana’s cost sharing waivers currently have no end date, as the company plans to readdress the situation as needed.

Aetna, a CVS Health company, is also dismissing COVID-19-related inpatient cost-sharing for its members.

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“The additional steps we’re announcing today are consistent with our commitment to delivering timely and seamless access to care as we navigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Karen S. Lynch, president of Aetna Business Unit. “We are doing everything we can to make sure our members have simple and affordable access to the treatment they need as we face the pandemic together.”³

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Aetna’s cost-sharing waiver for inpatient admissions to any in-network facility for treatment of COVID-19 is currently in effect until June 1, 2020.