- Industri: Health care
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CIGNA Corporation, headquartered in Philadelphia, provides health care and related benefits in the United States and internationally.
In order to become eligible for coverage under the policy, an employee must satisfy a certain number of continuous days of service as an active, full-time employee. This is known as the waiting period. In addition, a waiting period can also be the time period between when a disability occurs and when payments from the disability insurance policy begin.
Industry:Health care
When an individual becomes disabled and eligible for benefits, no further disability premium payments are required as long as benefits are being paid out.
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A chemical compound used to prevent dental decay, utilized in fluoridated water systems and/or applied directly to the teeth.
Industry:Health care
A federal statute that requires most employers to offer to covered employees and covered dependents who would otherwise lose health coverage for reasons specified in the statute, the opportunity to purchase the same health benefits coverage that the employer provides to its remaining employees. This continuation of coverage can only last for a maximum specified period of time (usually 18 months for employees and dependents who would otherwise lose coverage due to loss of employment or work hour reduction, or 36 months for dependents who would lose coverage for certain reasons other than employment loss by the employee).
Industry:Health care
A list of preferred, commonly prescribed prescription drugs. These drugs are chosen by a team of doctors and pharmacists because of their clinical superiority, safety, ease of use and cost. Also referred to as The CIGNA HealthCare Drug List.
Industry:Health care
A discussion with another health care professional when additional feedback is needed during diagnosis or treatment. Usually, a consultation is by referral from a primary care physician.
Industry:Health care
The amount charged by the health care professional or facility (physician, hospital, etc.) for services provided to you or your covered dependents.
Industry:Health care
