Payer × state
What Cigna pays therapists in California
Four therapists in California reported Cigna rates. The median 90837 was $100 across 2 reports, with a range of $88 to $113. Across all codes the median was $100, which reflects the 2 reports for intakes, shorter sessions, or family codes in the set.
Reported 90837: median $100, range $88–$113 (2 reports · 4 across all CPTs)
| Route | License | CPT | Rate | Effective | Note / source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct contract | LCSW | 90791 (intake) | $140 | August 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LCSW | 90837 (60 min) | $88 | August 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LCSW | 90834 (45 min) | $80 | August 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LMFT | 90837 (60 min) | $113 | August 2024 | Increased from $76 in 2023 or 2024 submitted |
2 reports is a small sample, and the range above is the honest summary. Related: all Cigna reports, all California reports.