The Fidelis Care Blog

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (May 14, 2025) In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members and a Centene Corporation company, has awarded $149,000 in behavioral health grants to nine healthcare providers and community organizations across New York State. The grants – ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 – are intended to enhance the integration of behavioral health and primary care through innovative strategies. These efforts aim to bridge care gaps for vulnerable populations by promoting comprehensive support.

Earlier this month Fidelis Care notified providers that, pursuant to the regulatory requirements defined in Article 44 of the New York State Public Health Law for all Managed Care Organizations, it was implementing a change to its appeals process by requiring the submission of written member consent.

Wellcare and Conversio Health have partnered together to bring providers a comprehensive COPD condition management program to support managing high-risk patients with chronic respiratory conditions—target patient population includes members with a history of ED visits or hospitalizations.

Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease affecting almost one in three people. Clinical guidelines recommend that all people with diabetes have routine tests to detect kidney disease. However, less than half get the needed tests. 

Health often takes a backseat for women. Preventive screenings are an important way to stay healthy. Breast cancer caught at its earliest stage has a survival rate of over 99%. Hypertension can silently damage your body for years before revealing itself through a heart attack or stroke.