01/23/2026
Aetna has updated their policy so that EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Therapy can only be provided as a covered service if the client meets diagnostic criteria for PTSD.
Despite EMDR being evidence based and proven effective for a variety of concerns, yet another insurance company is deciding that their business is in a better position than highly trained, licensed providers to work with clients to determine the most appropriate course of treatment.
https://www.aetna.com/cpb/medical/data/500_599/0583.html?fbclid=IwdGRleAPf4Z9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe2t5wsQGdM1TOpMy3g0cg-5FR8nh0MMQcY_FxVzefnHTieo4tk5N20uCY8XA_aem_-3B-3DGzjFltN_5hYU5_Vgeovideerg seddse
Aetna considers eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy medically necessary for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).