Cigna timely filing limit

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The initial dental filing window for Cigna Dental is 90 days — participating providers, after the date of service (consecutive-day services are counted from the last date of service) — hedged by Cigna itself: “Time periods are subject to applicable law and the health care provider agreement”. Out-of-network: 180 days — out-of-network providers, after the date of service. Corrected claims: No corrected-claim window was found on Cigna's public pages. The full 2026 Provider Reference Guides (announced March 11, 2026) are login-gated on CignaforHCP.com. Payment appeal (mailed, single documented level): 180 days from the date of the initial payment or denial notice, or from the date of the last payment adjustment (calendar days); Cigna states the review is completed within 60 days, with a resolution notice within 75 business days of receipt. Provider contracts and plan documents override published manuals — the contract number controls. Last verified 2026-08-30.