Using Oklahoma Cigna Health Insurance for Addiction Treatment

Oklahoma was the 46th state to join the Union and is the 19th largest by land area.¹ Unfortunately, substance use issues can also be significant in Oklahoma.

In 2020, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found that 14.6% of Oklahoma residents aged 12 and older admitted to using marijuana during the past year, and 6.1% of Oklahomans age 12 and older struggled with alcohol use disorder during the past year.²

To break free from substance use, you need effective treatment, and you can use your Cigna insurance to help pay for the cost. To find out more about your specific Cigna plan and what coverage you have for rehab, contact the admissions navigators at American Addiction Centers (AAC) any time. We’re here to help you find the care you need.

Cigna is a global health company committed to improving the health and vitality of its members.³ The company employs 70,000 people and has customers in more than 30 countries.³

This healthcare insurance provider offers a variety of plans, including supplemental health plans for specific illnesses, Medicare Advantage plans, dental care, individual and family coverage, and insurance through employers.⁴

Each Cigna insurance plan is different, which is why it’s important to understand the details of your coverage before you begin substance use treatment.

Cigna offers plans in four tiers: bronze, silver, gold, and platinum.⁵ Each level has a different balance of monthly premium and out-of-pocket expenses. For example, the bronze level has the lowest monthly premium, but you’ll pay more when you need medical care.⁵ Platinum has the highest monthly premium, but more of your care is covered by Cigna.⁵

Knowing what type of plan you have and what your costs are will help you understand what to expect when you start substance use rehab.

If you’re struggling with substance use in Oklahoma, you know how hard it is to break free. You might wonder if your Cigna health insurance can help you pay for the treatment you need.

The good news is that, yes, your Cigna coverage can pay for some or all of the cost of rehab. There are rehabs that take Cigna insurance all over the country, including in Oklahoma.

If your doctor recommends inpatient rehab, your Cigna plan will help pay for some or all of the costs. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires all long-term health insurance plans to cover 10 essential health benefits, which include mental health and substance use treatment.⁶

To find out more about your specific Cigna plan and how much coverage you can expect, you can verify your insurance or speak to one of our AAC admissions navigators.

Your Cigna insurance will also help pay for the cost of outpatient rehab if your doctor recommends it. Outpatient rehab is often part of a treatment plan and may follow the successful completion of inpatient care.⁷

It’s important to know what coverage your specific plan offers and how much you might have to pay out of pocket, so be sure to review the details or have one of our admissions navigators verify your insurance. We’re available anytime, 24/7.

It’s common to have a mental health diagnosis alongside a substance use issue, a combination known as a co-occurring disorder. What’s most important is to treat the mental health concern along with substance use so you have the best chance of long-term recovery.⁸

Will your Cigna plan cover mental health treatment as well? It will because the 10 essential benefits of the ACA include mental health care as well as rehab.⁶

There are multiple types of mental health treatment, including:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Contingency management (CM)
• Rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT)
• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
• Motivational interviewing (MI)
• Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
• Matrix model
• Family therapy

Beyond traditional rehab, there are specialty programs that can help patients who have specific needs. Having a specialty program can help you address concerns that are less common, such as war experiences or struggles with a romantic partner.

Specialty programs include:

• Couples treatment. If you use substances with a romantic partner or your relationship impacts your substance use, this type of program can help.
• Rehab for Veterans. Veterans have stresses and experiences that the general public doesn’t, and those experiences can impact substance use. Overcoming them in a Veteran-specific program can help.
• Aftercare. Aftercare gives you ongoing support so you can maintain your new habits in your daily life

American Addiction Centers is proud to run high-quality facilities throughout the country. Many AAC centers accept Cigna insurance coverage.

Our facilities include:

• AdCare Rhode Island. This center offers outpatient services using a big-picture approach that addresses both lifestyle and environmental contributors to substance use.
• Desert Hope Treatment Center. Located in Las Vegas, Nev., Desert Hope offers inpatient and outpatient care, along with specialized programs.
• Greenhouse Treatment Center. Located in Dallas, Texas, Greenhouse offers inpatient and outpatient treatment in a calm, serene setting.
• Laguna Treatment Center. This facility, located in Orange County, Calif., gives you the treatment you need in a calm and supportive environment away from the triggers of daily life.
• Oxford Treatment Center. Located in Etta, Miss., Oxford Treatment Center offers a variety of care options along with unique amenities like an equestrian center and ropes course.
• River Oaks Treatment Center. This center, which is located in Tampa, Fla., provides holistic care and a wide range of specialty programs in a relaxing and peaceful environment.

If our treatment programs are not in-network for your plan, take a look at our directory and filter by the insurance provider. You can search for “rehabs near me” to try to find centers that can provide the treatment you need. Check out the directory to find a list of facilities and programs.

Other insurance programs besides Cigna can offer coverage for substance use treatment.

These insurance providers include:

• Aetna
• Humana Health
• Kaiser Permanente
• Blue Cross Blue Shield

While paying for treatment with insurance is the best way to minimize your costs, you may still have out-of-pocket costs to cover.

How can you cover additional costs not covered by insurance? And what if you’re paying without insurance?

The good news is there are many ways to cover your costs for rehab. If you don’t have insurance, consider looking for a state-funded or free rehab. If you have extra costs, consider setting up a payment plan or looking for a treatment center that offers scholarships. You can also borrow money from friends and family to pay for rehab.

What’s most important is that you get the care you need. You deserve a happy, healthy life without substance use. To take the first step, contact us today.

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8. National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2020). What are the treatments for comorbid substance use disorder and mental health conditions?