The Fidelis Care Blog

Did you know that heat is the leading weather-related killer in the United States? Most heat-related deaths are preventable. This summer, Fidelis Care is sharing ways to stay safe and healthy in the heat and sun.

Men’s Health Month in June is an excellent time to remind the men in our lives to focus on their wellness. It’s important for men to have a primary care provider and to get a checkup every year, even if they feel well. Many men don’t see a doctor unless they really need to. Men often say they feel fine, are too busy, or will get around to it “sometime.”

Each April, Arab American Heritage Month is a meaningful time for me to reflect on my roots in Morocco, my journey, and the values that shape both my personal and professional life. As someone with proud Arab roots, I carry with me a deep appreciation for family, resilience, hospitality, and hard work. These values guide me every day. Growing up connected to my Arab heritage taught me the importance of community. In our culture, relationships matter. We check on one another, we support one another, and we show up when it counts. That sense of responsibility toward others has had a

With all the increases in technology, it’s easy to forget that healthcare starts with the people who show up every day wanting to make a difference. At Fidelis Care, we are proud to work with caring and conscientious doctors across New York State.

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

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Fidelis Care sat down with one of the experts in our provider network, Dr. Katherine Cartwright of Albany Obstetrics and Gynecology, to learn and share about this painful condition affecting one in 10 women in their reproductive years. Q: What is endometriosis? Dr. Cartwright: Endometriosis is when cells that look and act like the lining of the uterus grow outside the uterus. Most of the time these cells are in the pelvis — on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or the outer surface of the uterus. They can also show up on the bladder or bowel. More rarely, they’re

Pursuant to past guidance by the New York Department of Health (NYDOH), claims submitted under the medical benefit for medications must include a valid National Drug Code (NDC).