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CIGNA Customer Service

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CIGNA's Best Phone Number

800-997-1654
Toll-free·Calls Customer Service·Most popular CIGNA number
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How do I talk to a live human at CIGNA?

A:Direct to a human. Our free phone can also navigate phone menus to get a live human at CIGNA for you.
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Does CIGNA offer 24 hour customer service?

A:Yes! This call center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The least busy day is Sunday, and the most busy day is Tuesday.
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How long will I wait on hold?

A:The average hold time is 6 minutes. The longest hold times are on Thursday, and the shortest are on Wednesday. You can skip the hold time for free.

CIGNA Customer Phone Numbers

Medical, Dental & Vision Customer Service

800-244-6224
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · Say "Customer." Then say "Your birthdate." Next, press 0. Next, say "It's none of those." You have to give them your ID number to speak with a representative. · Tell me if you are a customer, a provider, or if you are calling about enrollment. · Free tools available: Talk for me, Skip the wait, Schedule my call

Northeast Customer Service

800-242-2269
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · This takes you right to a person. Little or no wait. You might need to tell them it is a medical claim and not flex account claim. · Please hold while your call is transferred. · Free tools available: Talk for me, Skip the wait, Schedule my call

NY Life Claims Customer Service

800-238-2125
Toll-free · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST · NOTE this is the Pittsburgh claims office for disability insurance. Enter 3,then enter 2 or say "Operator." If it's not about a disability claim, you may be in the wrong place. · New York Life Group Benefits Solution - Claimant, press 1. If you are calling for someone else, press 2. · Free tools available: Talk for me, Skip the wait, Schedule my call

How do I get through the phone menu to a live person?

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GetHuman researchers routinely call this CIGNA phone number to document the phone system.
Here is how our research team describes the way the CIGNA phone system greets you: Cigna customer, press 1. Provider, press 2. Questions about enrolling in a Cigna plan, press 3. All other questions, press 4.
Here is our latest tip for weaving through the phone menu to get to a real person the fastest: Direct to a human
Below are some clips we've found from CIGNA's phone menus and tips that help give an idea of what you will encounter when you call. We've highlighted why they are important as well:

Heard when the phone system first answers

"Hello, and thank you for calling Cigna Healthcare. If this is a life threatening emergency, please hang up and dial nine one one. Please select from one of the following options. If you are a Cigna customer, press one. If you are a provider, press two. If you have questions about enrolling in a Cigna plan, for faster customer service when calling in the future, you can dial the toll free number listed on the back of your ID card. To continue with your call, please select from one of the following options. If you are calling about medical, dental, pharmacy, or mental health and substance abuse, press one. For disability, family medical If you received your new ID card and are calling about the activate your online account sticker, please know your Cigna coverage is active, and this message is referring to register for my Cigna dot com. There is no action needed by you to activate your Cigna coverage or ID card. If you are already registered on mycigna dot com thank you. If you have not registered for an account, you can do this at my Cigna dot com forward slash activate."
Excerpt from a call with CIGNA
Wednesday, January 17, 2024 1:47 PM

They may ask you to say or enter information

"Hello, and thank you for calling Cigna Healthcare. If this is a life threatening emergency, please hang up and dial nine one one. Please select from one of the following options. If you are a Cigna customer, press one. If you are a provider, press for faster customer service when calling in the future, you can dial the toll free number listed on the back of your ID card. To continue with your call, please select from one of the following options.
If you are calling about medical, dental, pharmacy, or mental health and substance abuse, press one.
For please say or enter the date of birth for the person you're calling about."
Excerpt from a call with CIGNA
Thursday, February 29, 2024 3:47 AM

The first phone menu

"Hello, and thank you for calling Cigna Healthcare. Please select from one of the following options.
If you are a Cigna customer, press one.
If you are a provider, press two.
If you have questions about enrolling in a Cigna plan, press three.
For all other callers, press four.
To hear these options again, press nine."
Excerpt from a call with CIGNA
Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:42 PM

After you press 1

"To hear these for faster customer service when calling in the future, you can dial the toll free number listed on the back of your ID card. To continue with your call, please select from one of the following options. For privacy office contact information, press five. For all other questions, press six. To hear these options again, press nine. Sorry. I didn't get that. If you are calling about medical, dental, pharmacy, or mental health and substance abuse, press one. For disability, family medical leave, or life and insurance including a d and d, press two. For accidental injury, critical illness, or hospital care, press three. To request a letter of previous coverage, or to report a lost or stolen ID card, press four. For privacy office contact information, press five. For all other questions, press six. Your call experience is important to us. Please stay on the line after your call to take a short survey. Please hold while your call is transferred. Note that calls may be monitored or recorded to ensure quality of service.
If you are calling about medical, dental, pharmacy, or mental health and substance abuse, press one.
For disability, family medical leave, or life insurance, including a d and d, press two."
Excerpt from a call with CIGNA
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 7:35 PM

What are the hours and when should I call?

CIGNA operates the call center for this 800-997-1654 phone number 24 hours, 7 days. The short answer is that you should call on a Friday. This observation and the following section are based on analysis of a sample set of 321 calls made in the last 90 days using our free, web-based phone (see above).

Automatically call when they open

When you use our free AI-powered phone to call and talk, wait on hold, or navigate for you, it will automatically wait until the CIGNA call center opens before trying to call. It will ask your permission before it places the call, so you can also further delay that scheduled call until you are ready. But that means you can "set it and forget it" ahead of time.
An important note: busy times vs hold times vs best time to call
When we refer to busy or less busy times, we are talking about the volume of calls. The busiest times are when the most people are calling this CIGNA phone number (least busy times have fewer people calling). This high call volume does not necessarily mean that you will have a long hold time when you call. Companies like CIGNA staff their call centers differently based on the time of day and day of the week, so you may experience a shorter wait on hold at the busiest of times. When we refer to the best time to call, we are referring to the optimal combination of lower call volume and shorter wait times.

The least busy time to call

The least busy day to call CIGNA is Sunday. The most busy day to call is Tuesday, which averages 564% more phone calls by comparison. Again, this is based on a sample of 321 calls made with our AI-powered, web-based phone in the last 90 days.
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The shortest wait on hold

We measured the shortest hold times to be on Wednesday. The longest wait in the queue on average occurs on Thursday.
But if you use our free call and talk for me or wait on hold for me service, you don't really need to worry about average wait times.

The best time to call CIGNA

In summation, the best day to call CIGNA is Friday.

Calling this CIGNA Customer Number

Jeff Whelpley is the editor / author responsible for this content.
Aug 12, 2024

Calling this number featured an effective automated system, but not a very responsive customer service team. When I called this number, I was initially welcomed to Cigna and asked if I was calling as a customer of Cigna, a provider or looking for information.

I hit the button for information, and I was asked if I was calling about medical, dental or some other kind of care. I hit the button for dental care, and the system asked me to provide my zip code so that it could best assist me. I offered my zip code, and the system asked me to confirm that I had entered the zip code correctly.

I did so, and the system said that it would transfer me to someone. After a few minutes, I was directed to a representative, who asked me to provide my first and last name. I said that I was calling to find out the cost of a Cigna plan, and was promptly interrupted and asked again to provide my first and last name.

I explained to her that I did not want to provide my information yet and reiterated that I was calling to get information on a plan from Cigna and its cost. The next sound I heard was a disconnection tone from my phone. There was no effort to explain that she could not provide service without me identifying myself, no information provided, no direction to their website or anything of the kind. All I got was a dial tone.

I thought the automated system did a great job of navigating me through things quickly, but I was really disappointed in the unprofessional manner of getting hung up on to end the call. I understand if protocols require identification, but interrupting someone and hanging up with no explanation simply isn't acceptable. Based on this, I would not use this number for service.

Jeff truly believes that all customers deserve good service. He’s been building tools, inventing phone tree hacks and helping customers since before his days at GetHuman. He's also a Google GDE and involved in the Angular community.

Why Customers Call CIGNA

If you have time to do a bit of reading before you call CIGNA, we recommend you read over some of our problem-specific articles.

What is CIGNA HealthSpring?

CIGNA HealthSpring is a leading healthcare company that specializes in providing comprehensive and affordable health insurance plans for individuals and families. We offer a range of coverage options, including Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare prescription drug coverage, and Medicaid plans. With a strong network of healthcare providers, we strive to ensure that our members have access to quality care and timely services. CIGNA HealthSpring is committed to improving the health and well-being of our members, and we utilize innovative programs and technologies to deliver personalized, patient-centered care. Our mission is to help individuals and families navigate the complex healthcare system and make informed decisions about their health.

What are the benefits of choosing CIGNA HealthSpring?

Choosing CIGNA HealthSpring provides several benefits to individuals seeking healthcare coverage. Firstly, CIGNA HealthSpring offers a comprehensive network of healthcare providers, ensuring easy access to quality healthcare services. Members can choose from a wide range of doctors, hospitals, and specialists within the network, making it convenient to receive personalized and timely care. Additionally, CIGNA HealthSpring provides comprehensive coverage options, including preventive care, prescription drugs, hospital stays, and specialist visits. This ensures that members have access to the care they need without financial burden. Moreover, CIGNA HealthSpring offers additional perks such as wellness programs, discounts on health-related products, and resources to help individuals stay healthy. With CIGNA HealthSpring, individuals can have peace of mind knowing that they are supported by a reputable healthcare provider offering quality care and comprehensive coverage options.

What types of insurance plans does CIGNA offer?

CIGNA offers a wide range of insurance plans to meet diverse healthcare needs. These plans include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and behavioral health coverage. Within the medical insurance domain, CIGNA provides options such as employer-sponsored plans, individual and family plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and international health plans. They offer a variety of dental plans catering to both individuals and employers, encompassing comprehensive coverage, preventive services, and orthodontic care. CIGNA's vision insurance consists of plans covering eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses. Their pharmacy services encompass coverage for prescription medications. Additionally, CIGNA prioritizes mental health and wellness through behavioral health plans and resources. With such comprehensive insurance options, CIGNA aims to ensure individuals and families can find suitable coverage to address their specific healthcare requirements.

Top CIGNA customer service problems

Click the link above to get answers to just about any CIGNA customer service question, including step by step guides for the most complex issues. You can also detail a new issue and get answers instantly.
Below is a sample of recent calls to CIGNA, and their purpose. Are any of these similar to the reason you are trying to call?
Request for tax forms: "I had to call you guys to get the ten ninety five a form and then eight eighty nine sixty two for the months of October, November, December."
- From a call lasting 12m 50s , Aug 19, 2024 2:17 PM
Renew insurance plan: "I want to renew my insurance, as I never received a call to renew and it got canceled."
- From a call lasting 13m 30s , Jul 12, 2024 8:51 PM
Billing discrepancy reimbursement: "My sister's insurance billing discrepancy needs to be fixed."
- From a call lasting 29m 22s , Jun 24, 2024 2:21 PM
Paying past due premium: "I need to pay my premium, please. I'm a couple months back."
- From a call lasting 16m 39s , May 24, 2024 7:27 AM
Requesting new member card: "I am a new Cigna member through my employer and I just need to get my card and log in."
- From a call lasting 9m 31s , Apr 23, 2024 9:16 PM
Information about why customers call CIGNA is extracted from issues that customers have reported to GetHuman.
CIGNA issues reported to GetHuman

More CIGNA Customer Service Contacts

There are of course other ways to contact CIGNA customer service besides the phone. Below we list the best ones, by medium.

CIGNA Customer Email Addresses

SCR_isolve@cigna.com - Customer Service
Customer service email address
Corresponding with a customer service department by email may not be your first choice, especially if your issue is urgent or time-sensitive. But email is a nearly ubiquitous form of communication, and CIGNA will reply our your email.

CIGNA Customer Service on X (formerly Twitter)

twitter.com/cignaquestions - Customer Service
Use the link to connect with customer service through Twitter
CIGNA, like many companies, provides customer service on the X platform (formerly Twitter). While it rarely entails live dialogue with a customer service rep, this channel can yield rapid response times and can be a useful option if you have an X/Twitter account.

CIGNA Customer Help Desk / Web Support

cigna.com - Customer Service
Online customer service support
As a last, sometimes only, resort- CIGNA customer service can be accessed through their website. This can entail digging through help articles before finding a form and "being allowed" to submit a problem to their team, and rarely leads to a real-time conversation, which is why GetHuman does not recommend this unless it's the only way.

Conclusion and closing notes

This is CIGNA's best phone number, the real-time current wait on hold and tools for skipping right through those phone lines to get right to a CIGNA agent. This phone number is CIGNA's best phone number because 20,256 customers like you used this contact information over the last 18 months and gave us feedback. Common problems addressed by the customer care unit that answers calls to 800-997-1654 include Cancel My Services, Coverage Question, Getting Insurance, Account issue, Make a Claim and other customer service issues. The CIGNA call center that you call into has employees from Tennessee and is open 24 hours, 7 days according to customers. In total, CIGNA has 4 phone numbers. It's not always clear what is the best way to talk to CIGNA representatives, so we started compiling this information built from suggestions from the customer community. Please keep sharing your experiences so we can continue to improve this free resource.

GetHuman does not provide call center services or customer support operations for CIGNA. The two organizations are not related. GetHuman builds free tools and shares information to help customers of companies like CIGNA. For large companies that includes tools such as our GetHuman Phone, which allows you to call a company but skip the part where you wait on the line to get a live human rep. We continue to work on these tools to help customers like you (and ourselves!) navigate the messy phone menus, hold times, and confusion with customer service. As long as you keep sharing it with your friends and loved ones, we'll keep doing it.

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