Cigna Group exits Affordable Care Act market next year
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 30
Cigna Group exits Affordable Care Act market next year
13 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 30
The move affects about 369,000 enrollees in 11 states, and Cigna said it is also exploring strategic options for its EviCore prior-authorization business.
President and incoming chief executive Brian Evanko said the changes are meant to sharpen focus on core platforms and other lines of business.
Cigna becomes the second major insurer to retreat from the ACA market after Aetna, as enrolment has fallen in 2026 following the expiry of enhanced federal subsidies.
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