Cigna Healthcare, Providence to Broaden Southern California Network

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Cigna Healthcare and Providence announced an expansion of their Los Angeles County network, enhancing healthcare options for Cigna Healthcare Select HMO customers. The expansion adds nearly 2,000 providers and specialists across multiple facilities to the network.

The agreement includes several Providence medical groups such as Facey Medical Group, Providence Axminster Medical Group, and multiple Providence-affiliated facilities including Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center and Providence Saint John's Health Center. This expansion aims to provide greater flexibility and more convenient care options for employees and their families covered under Cigna Healthcare's employer benefit plans.

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• Network expansion adding 2,000 providers and specialists
• Increased healthcare facility options for Cigna HMO customers
• Enhanced geographic coverage in Los Angeles County

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Greater Flexibility, More Health Care Options for Customers

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna Healthcare and Providence are expanding their Los Angeles County network, offering customers several additional care facilities.

Through this agreement, Cigna Healthcare Select HMO customers now have even more options for affordable, in-network care with almost 2,000 providers and specialists across an array of facilities. Providence providers joining the Cigna Healthcare network include:

Medical Groups

• Facey Medical Group
• Providence Axminster Medical Group
• Providence Affiliated Physicians
• Providence Medical Associates
• Saint John's Physicians Partners

Facilities

• Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
• Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
• Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro
• Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
• Providence Saint John's Health Center
• Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

With this expansion, Cigna Healthcare's employer clients can offer benefit plans with greater flexibility for employees and their families to get quality, convenient care at Providence facilities.

"We are pleased to broaden our network agreement with Providence to better meet the needs of this community," said Tim Closson, Cigna Healthcare general manager for Southern California. "Health care is both personal and local – and now our customers will have even more places they can seek care. We look forward to working with Providence to further advance the health and vitality of the people we jointly serve."

"We're happy to welcome new patients from Cigna to our award-winning hospitals and clinics," said Laureen Driscoll, Chief Executive, Providence South Division. "Providence offers an integrated network of health services to ensure patients receive the same consistent high-quality service across the health care spectrum. And we're committed to whole person care, respectful of our patients' preferences, priorities and their culture."

Cigna Healthcare customer service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 800-244-6224. Members may also find in-network providers through myCigna.com® or the myCigna® app.

About Cigna Healthcare
Cigna Healthcare is a health benefits provider that advocates for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI), including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Evernorth Health companies or their affiliates and Express Scripts companies or their affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits and others. Learn more at CignaHealthcare.com.

About Providence in California (South Division)
Providence in California is an integrated delivery network that includes 17 hospitals in Northern and Southern California, comprising the organization's South Division. Over 35,000 caregivers and approximately 11,000 physicians ensure patients receive the highest level of care in the communities we serve. Supporting its acute care settings in California, Providence features hundreds of affiliated medical group clinics and outpatient centers, in addition to Providence Hospice and Kids Care pediatric hospice, Providence High School, home health care services, 10 wellness centers and a multitude of telehealth services. Providence is committed to an enduring mission of outreach to the poor and vulnerable, and in 2023 contributed $669 million in services, programs and charity care to those in need.

Media Contacts:
	Jocelyn Parker	Patricia Aidem
	Cigna Healthcare	Providence
	313-510-4173	661-755-1322
	jocelyn.parker@evernorth.com	patricia.aidem@providence.org

 

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SOURCE Cigna Healthcare

FAQ

How many new providers are added to Cigna Healthcare's network through the Providence partnership?

The Providence partnership adds almost 2,000 providers and specialists to Cigna Healthcare's network in Los Angeles County.

Which Providence medical facilities are now included in Cigna Healthcare's network?

The network now includes Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Centers in San Pedro and Torrance, Providence Saint John's Health Center, and Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center.

What types of Cigna Healthcare plans can access the expanded Providence network?

The expanded network is available to Cigna Healthcare Select HMO customers.

How can Cigna Healthcare members find Providence in-network providers?

Members can find in-network providers through myCigna.com, the myCigna app, or by calling customer service at 800-244-6224.