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Opposing Cigna Modifier 25 Policy

Monday, April 24, 2023  


On April 18, 2023, IPSIS joined over 100 other medical societies in requesting that Cigna immediately rescind a new policy that will create a disincentive for unscheduled, medically necessary care, and place a significant administrative burden on healthcare professionals.

Click here to read the letter opposing this policy.

Effective May 25, 2023, Cigna will require physicians to submit office notes verifying a significant and separately identifiable service with all claims including evaluation and management (E/M) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes 99212, 99213, 99214, and 99215 and modifier 25.


IPSIS is able to participate in advocacy efforts organized by the American Medical Association due to IPSIS members who maintain their own membership in the AMA. Help IPSIS maintain its seat at this important table by keeping your AMA membership current.