The Fidelis Care Blog

Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease, a condition that can develop over time when the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter waste out of your blood. Over time, this damage can get worse. It can lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD). In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure, which may require dialysis or a kidney transplant. Diabetic kidney disease does not happen overnight. It progresses through several stages, starting with very mild damage and then more serious issues if not managed correctly.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, a time to highlight preterm birth and the health issues it poses for infants and mothers. What defines prematurity? A term pregnancy usually lasts for 40 weeks. A premature baby is an infant that is born before 37 weeks gestation. A 2024 March of Dimes report shows that one in 10 babies are born premature every year. Often, people do not understand that premature babies are not just smaller in size, they can have many issues that range from immature lungs to developmental delays.

Fidelis Care will host two Provider Office Hours in November 2024. During the webinar, Fidelis Care staff will be available to share information, explain different resources, and answer your questions.

Fidelis Care is pleased to announce that a new Provider Bulletin is now available. The bulletin features updates on important initiatives and the latest news of interest to our provider community.

Fidelis Care would like to share important information regarding improvements to our provider payment methods.