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Cigna Insurance Application

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INSURANCE APPLICATION

Life Insurance Company of North America (LINA)

a CIGNA Company (herein called the Insurance Company)

For info and customer service call 1-800-732-1603.

• The applicant must sign and date this form.

• This form cannot be considered unless received within 30 days of the date it is dated.

Important: Please enter all dates in mm/dd/yyyy format.

Coverage:

I accept the insurance coverages elected above. If premiums are to be paid by payroll, I authorize my employer to deduct the necessary amounts from my earnings. If I have not elected coverage, I understand that if I wish to participate at a later date, I may be required to furnish evidence of insurability at my own expense and that coverage is subject to the insurance company's approval.

Signature:   Date:

Important: You must also sign and date the Agreements and Authorization section.

ACCEPTANCE/DECLINATION

Please print (preferably in black ink).

COMPLETE IF ELECTING SPOUSE COVERAGE

I am currently married and my date of marriage is

Name (First) (Last) Social Security #

Birthdate   Sex:

(Check One)

Employee Name Social Security # Birthdate

Address City State Zip

Work Phone Home Phone Employee ID Number Sex:

Important: You must complete the medical questions in this application if: (1) as a newly hired employee you apply for life insurance exceeding the Guaranteed Coverage Amount, or life or disability insurance more than 31 days after you are eligible to elect benefits; or (2) you are currently insured under the prior life insurance plan and elect to increase your current insurance amount(s); or (3) you were eligible but did not enroll for insurance under the prior life insurance plan.

EMPLOYEE SECTION

Voluntary Employee-Paid Coverage

BENEFICIARY

To specify a beneficiary, complete the section below. You will be the beneficiary for your spouse and child(ren) unless you specify otherwise. When specifying multiple beneficiaries, you must indicate the percentage of distribution for each. If there is not enough room to specify all beneficiaries, attach, sign and date a separate sheet of paper using the format below.

Insured Beneficiary Percentage Social Security # Date of Birth Relationship
Employee (Life)
Employee (Accident)

☛ Please Sign Here

TERM LIFE INSURANCE POLICY NO. FLX-980054

Fold and staple to conceal health questions. Return to your employer. Be sure to make a copy for your own records.

Applicant Decline Requested Amount Guaranteed Coverage Amount*
Employee Number of $10,000 units (max. lesser of 5 x salary or $500,000) $100,000
Spouse Number of $10,000 units (max. $100,000**) $10,000
Children -or- $10,000

EMPLOYER USE (MANDATORY DATA NEEDED)

In order to process this application, the employer must complete this information.

Employer

Class Location/Paycode # Date of Hire Annual Salary Verified By

Reason for Request:

Have you smoked or used any form of tobacco in the last 12 months? Employee: Spouse:

ACCIDENT INSURANCE — POLICY NO. OK-980081

Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education - California University of Pennsylvania

Applicant Decline Requested Amount
Employee Number of $10,000 units (max. lesser of 5 x salary or $500,000)
Spouse Number of $10,000 units (max. $100,000)
Children -or-

SECTION A

Within the last 5 years has the proposed insured been diagnosed with, told by a medical professional of, or treated for any of the listed conditions?

Question Employee Yes Employee No Spouse Yes Spouse No
A. High blood pressure / heart conditions
B. Diabetes / liver / digestive conditions
C. Asthma / bronchitis / emphysema
D. Kidney / urinary / reproductive system
E. HIV / AIDS / immune system
F. Stroke / seizure / nervous system
G. Blood / lupus / arthritis / limb loss
H. Anxiety / depression / mental disorder
I. Cancer / tumor / leukemia / polyps
J. Alcohol or drug abuse/dependency

SECTION B

Within the last 5 years has the proposed insured had DUI/DWI/OUI, smoked cigarettes, used controlled substances, had tests or treatments, used prescribed medication or alternative treatment, or sought medical advice for any condition not listed above?

Question Employee Yes Employee No Spouse Yes Spouse No
A. DUI / DWI / OUI conviction
B. Smoked cigarettes / years / daily amount / quit date
C. Controlled or illegal drug or other substance
D. Tests / surgery / medical exams / X-rays / scans / biopsies
E. Prescribed medication / alternative treatment
F. Other disease, disorder or medical impairment

Use the space below to explain "Yes" answers. If more space is needed, use a new page. Sign and date it. Attach it to this form.

Height and Weight Information

Employee Height ft / in Weight lbs Spouse Height ft / in Weight lbs
Employee ft in Spouse ft in

PHYSICIAN SECTION

Employee Physician

Name Phone No.

Street Address City State Zip

Spouse Physician

Name Phone No.

Street Address City State Zip

Caution: Any person who, knowingly and with intent to defraud any insurance company or other person, files an application for insurance or statement of claim containing any materially false information or conceals information concerning any fact material thereto, commits a fraudulent insurance act.

AGREEMENTS AND AUTHORIZATION

Notice: Personal information may be collected from persons other than those proposed for coverage. Information may be disclosed to third parties without your authorization as permitted by law. You have the right to access and correct all personal information collected. Additional information about the insurance company's privacy practices is available upon request.

To the best of my knowledge and belief all written, telephonic and electronic info I gave is true and complete. I understand that my insurance will not go into effect unless I am actively at work on the effective date. I also understand that coverage for each of my dependents will not go into effect unless the person is not confined in a hospital or institution, or receiving certain medical treatment. The conditions for the requested insurance to be effective are described in the policy and certificate. The approval of this request by the Insurance Company is one of those conditions. I understand and agree that:

(1) This request will be a part of the policy that provides the insurance.

(2) I may need to provide more medical info.

(3) I may need to take medical tests and report the results to the Insurance Company.

(4) I must report any change in my health that happens before the insurance is effective.

(5) Requested insurance will not be effective for a person if the person does not meet the underwriting requirements on the date insurance is to be effective.

Authorization. I permit any hospital, clinic, health care practitioner, pharmacy, benefit manager, employer, insurance company, the Medical Information Bureau (MIB) or any other person or organization having info about the health, medical history, physical or mental condition, diagnosis or treatment, employment or income, or motor vehicle driving record, of me or my children to disclose to the Insurance Company or its authorized agent, any such info, for the purpose of underwriting this application for insurance or administering any claim under any insurance which is approved.

This authorization is valid for 30 months from the date below. I accept that a copy of this Authorization is as valid as the original. I understand that I and/or my authorized agent have the right to receive a copy of this authorization upon request. I understand that the info will be used to assess my request for insurance. I may revoke this authorization at any time in writing. Any such revocation will not: (1) change any action taken in reliance on the Authorization; and (2) change the Insurance Company’s right to use the Authorization for contest of a claim or policy in accordance with applicable law. I understand that info provided pursuant to this authorization may be disclosed by the recipient and is no longer subject to the protections of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). (The Insurance Companies are subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley act and state privacy laws. They do not disclose protected information except as permitted by those laws.)

Employee’s Signature

Month/Day/Year

Spouse’s Signature (If applying for insurance for your spouse)

Month/Day/Year

Notice: Personal information may be collected from persons other than those proposed for coverage. Information may be disclosed to third parties without your authorization as permitted by law. You have the right to access and correct all personal information collected. Additional information about the insurance company's privacy practices is available upon request.

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What the Cigna Insurance Application Is and who it serves

The Cigna Insurance Application is a standardized enrollment and benefits request form used to apply for health and ancillary insurance products administered by Cigna. It collects applicant identity, coverage selection, beneficiary information, medical history where required, and payment authorization. Employers, brokers, and individual applicants use it to initiate underwriting and policy issuance. Accurate completion supports eligibility checks, premium calculation, and claims processing; incomplete or inconsistent information can delay coverage or require follow-up documentation from the applicant or sponsoring employer.

Why the application matters for coverage and compliance

A complete, accurate application establishes the contractual basis for coverage, enables underwriting decisions, and documents consent for premium collection and data sharing. It also creates records needed for regulatory compliance, consumer disclosures, and future claims processing.

Why the application matters for coverage and compliance

Primary users and contributors for the form

Each party has distinct responsibilities: applicants supply personal and medical details, employers provide eligibility data, and agents ensure regulatory disclosures and signature consent are documented.

  • Individual applicants who enroll for personal or family coverage and verify identity and medical information.
  • Benefits administrators at the employer who submit group enrollments and reconcile payroll deductions.
  • Licensed brokers or agents who help select plans, collect signatures, and submit applications to Cigna.

Core sections inside the Cigna Insurance Application

A complete application includes demographic data, plan selection, medical and lifestyle questions where applicable, beneficiary designations, payment and billing instructions, and legal attestations authorizing information use and premium collection.

Applicant Details

Legal name, date of birth, Social Security number or TIN, contact details and address used to identify the insured and match records for underwriting and tax reporting.

Plan Selection

Chosen plan, coverage tier, effective date, and dependent information that determines premium calculations and the scope of benefits to be underwritten.

Medical History

Health questions or medical questionnaires required for underwriting certain coverages; truthful answers affect eligibility and pre-existing condition considerations.

Beneficiary Info

Names, relationships, and percentages for death benefits or life components; accurate designations avoid ambiguity at claim time.

Payment Authorization

Bank account, card, or payroll deduction instructions plus authorization language for recurring premium collection and adjustments.

Attestations & Consent

Signatures and dated acknowledgements covering accuracy of answers, release of medical information, privacy notices, and electronic consent where applicable.

Step-by-step: completing the Cigna Insurance Application

Complete the application in sequence to reduce missing information and speed underwriting review.

  • 01
    Gather documents: Collect ID, SSN/TIN, prior coverage info.
  • 02
    Fill personal data: Enter legal name, DOB, contact details.
  • 03
    Select coverage: Choose plan, tier, and dependents.
  • 04
    Sign and submit: Provide signature, consent, and supporting documents.

Where the completed application goes next

After submission the form moves through administrative validation, underwriting assessment, premium setup, and final policy issuance or declination.

  • Intake: Employer or broker submits application to Cigna.
  • Validation: Data checked for completeness and format.
  • Underwriting: Risk assessment and approval decision.
  • Issuance: Policy documents and bill setup completed.

Configure an online workflow for batch or single applications

Common configuration settings help automate validation, routing, and storage for high-volume or employer-sponsored enrollments.

Authentication Method Email link, SMS code, or multi-factor authentication for signer verification.
Conditional Fields Show medical questions only when the selected plan requires underwriting.
Template Use Save prefilled employer or group templates to reduce repeated entry.
Integrations Connect to HRIS, payroll, or broker systems for automatic roster sync.
Notifications Enable email alerts for missing fields, signatures, and underwriter requests.

Digital submission and platform compatibility

Choose a platform that preserves an audit trail, meets HIPAA and ESIGN requirements, and supports integrations to eliminate manual rekeying.

  • File formats: PDF, DOCX, and fillable HTML supported.
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace integrations available.
  • Signer auth: Email, SMS, KBA, or SSO authentication options.

Comparing eSignature vendors for Cigna Insurance Application workflows

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Security, certifications, and technical safeguards

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest.
SOC 2: SOC 2 Type II report available on request.
HIPAA: HIPAA compliant; BAA available for covered workflows.
21 CFR Part 11: Supports FDA-regulated electronic records and signatures.
PCI DSS: Certified for cardholder data protection when payments used.
Accessibility: WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility support.

Primary risks and penalties for incorrect applications

Claim denial: Incomplete or inaccurate answers may lead to denial.
Delayed coverage: Missing data can postpone effective dates.
Premium errors: Incorrect plan selection affects billing accuracy.
Regulatory fines: Failing to provide disclosures can incur fines.
Tax withholding: Incorrect TIN triggers backup withholding.
Application rejection: Material misstatements can invalidate the application.

Common mistakes that slow processing

  • Providing nicknames or inconsistent legal names that fail identity verification and require corrected re-submission.
  • Omitting dependent or beneficiary details that lead to follow-up requests and delay policy issuance.
  • Attaching illegible or incorrect supporting documents, such as expired IDs or mismatched proof of relationship.
  • Skipping required attestations or electronic consent disclosures, which can prevent underwriting from proceeding.

Typical timelines and processing expectations

Processing times vary by employer group size, underwriting depth, and whether additional medical information is required.

Effective Date Selection:

Applicant selects date; employer or policy rules determine acceptance.

Acknowledgement:

Initial receipt confirmation usually within 1–3 business days.

Underwriting Review:

Standard review takes 7–14 business days for most applications.

Premium Setup:

Billing and payroll deduction setup occurs after approval.

Appeals Window:

Policy decisions may include an appeals or reconsideration period.

Key milestones from submission to policy issuance

Track these sequential milestones to monitor application progress and identify required follow-ups.

01

Submission Received

Carrier confirms receipt and logs application for processing.

02

Data Validation

Errors or missing fields are flagged and routed for correction.

03

Underwriter Decision

Underwriting approves, requests more info, or issues exclusions.

04

Policy Issued

Final policy documents produced and premium billing initiated.

Frequently asked questions about the Cigna Insurance Application

Answers to common issues encountered during application completion, submission, and electronic signing.


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