The Fidelis Care Blog

We want to inform you that we are currently experiencing high call volumes in our Provider Contact Center, which are impacting wait times.

Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI) can be offered to Medicare Advantage (MA) members who have one or more complex chronic conditions, are at high risk for hospitalization or adverse health outcomes and require intensive care coordination.

As you know, Fidelis Care relies upon the receipt of membership information from the New York State Department of Health (SDOH) prior to issuing capitation payments.

Fidelis Care will host three Provider Office Hours in January 2026. During the webinar, Fidelis Care staff will be available to share information, provide an overview of provider resources, and answer your questions.

The following sections of the Fidelis Care authorization grids have been updated effective February 1, 2026.