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Cigna International Bolsters Health Network in Malaysia
[May 11, 2009]

Cigna International Bolsters Health Network in Malaysia


May 09, 2009 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- Cigna (CI) International Expatriate Benefits (CIEB) said it has expanded its network in Malaysia to include 70 new doctors and hospitals, growing its already extensive network.

The network in Malaysia is part of CignaLinks, CIEB's specialized solution to health care coverage for expatriates living and working in countries where government regulations or tax implications may affect benefit and health care offerings. CignaLinks provides individuals with access to health care.



To further assist people, the Malaysian network offers a direct pay option, providing the convenience of cashless settlements of claims. Health care professionals are strategically located in areas with a high concentration of expatriates, such as the capital city, Kuala Lumpur, to further facilitate access to health care. Plans are currently underway to expand the network to at least 100 additional Malaysian clinics.

"As a carrier with one of the broadest international networks, CIEB's ongoing strategy is to continuously expand the access to care and offer a growing selection of direct pay health care professionals, delivering value to the more than 300,000 individuals currently covered by CIEB," said Sonny Patel, vice president of Cigna's Global Health Solutions.


Cigna is a global health service company. Cigna Corp.'s operating subsidiaries provide an integrated suite of medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy and vision care benefits, as well as group life, accident and disability insurance.

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