How to Find a Lactation Consultant Who Accepts Cigna Insurance
Written by Jennifer Chivas, RN, BSN, IBCLC — Founder, Lactation Loop
If you have Cigna insurance and you're looking for breastfeeding support, you may be wondering whether your visits with a lactation consultant are covered. The good news is — they likely are!
Does Cigna Cover Lactation Consultants?
Under the Affordable Care Act, most commercial insurance plans including Cigna are required to cover lactation support services at no cost to you. This includes visits with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
Which Cigna Plans Does Lactation Loop Accept?
Lactation Loop accepts multiple Cigna plans, including:
Cigna — the standard commercial plan
Cigna HealthSpring — a Medicare Advantage plan offered in select states
If either of these names appears on your insurance card, you're covered!
Does Lactation Loop Accept Cigna Insurance?
Yes! Lactation Loop is proud to accept Cigna insurance for lactation consultations. We bill directly — you don't have to do anything except upload your insurance card when you create your chart at booking. No pre-authorization needed in most cases.
What Services Are Covered?
Your lactation consultation with Cigna may include:
90-minute in-home or in-office visits with a board-certified IBCLC
Follow-up visits and ongoing support
How to Book Your Cigna-Covered Visit
Our board-certified IBCLCs offer in-home, in-office, and virtual visits across all 50 states — with physical locations in Michigan, Florida, Texas, Arizona, New York, North Carolina, and Indiana. Most major insurance plans accepted including Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Anthem, UMR, Meritain, Wildflower, Lactation Network, and Curative. Check your specific plan here: lactationloop.com/insurance-information. Contact us before your first appointment and we'll help verify your benefits.
Book an appointment: lactationloop.com/services
Text us: 941-254-2502