NEW YORK (GenomeWeb News) – InformedDNA today said that it is providing genetic counseling to certain members of health plan Cigna.
St. Petersburg, Fla.-based InformedDNA is providing counseling from board-certified genetics specialists to Cigna members who are at heightened risk for breast cancer, colorectal cancer syndromes, or Long QT syndrome and are considering genetic testing. Such Cigna members will be required to undergo the counseling before having a genetic test done.
"Our approach increases access to genetics specialists who have the training to ensure that every person seeking information about their genetic makeup and health risks receives the best and most personalized information available to get the most appropriate care," InformedDNA CEO David Nixon said in a statement. "This proven model for health care utilization ensures that all Cigna customers have swift access to a board-certified genetics specialist to help them evaluate the potential impact of genetic testing on them and their family members."
Life science investment firm MPM Capital's SunStates Fund earlier this month acquired a minority stake in InformedDNA with a $3 million investment.