The Fidelis Care Blog

Black Maternal Health Week takes place each year from April 11–17. The goal of the observance, which was founded seven years ago by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., is to bring visibility to Black maternal health initiatives and build awareness for the health issues that disproportionately impact Black women during pregnancy, childbirth, and in the months after giving birth.

If you are looking for quality, affordable health insurance, and don’t qualify for Medicaid or Child Health Plus, then the Essential Plan offered by Fidelis Care may be for you. With expanded coverage for the Essential Plan through the NY State of Health Marketplace, more New Yorkers qualify than ever before.

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY [January10, 2024] – Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.5 million members in New York State and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, announced the distribution of $315,000 in grant funding to 20 organizations dedicated to combating food insecurity and alleviating hunger across the state. Food insecurity impacts about one in ten households in New York.

Over 75,000 Members Connected to Services, Resources in Local Communities Since Program’s Inception

New York State is warning people about new scams that target individuals with Medicaid Managed Care, Essential Plan, HARP, or Child Health Plus health insurance.

Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, has opened the application process for its 2025 maternal health grant program. The grants, open to healthcare providers and community-based organizations in New York, aim to fund programs that support innovative strategies in postpartum care and maternal mental health.

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY [June 4, 2025] – In observance of Men’s Health Month, Fidelis Care is spreading the word that June is an excellent time to remind the men in our lives to focus on their wellness. Through connections with providers and community-based organizations, neighborhood events across New York State, StreetSide RV mobile office stops and Community Office hours, and direct educational efforts with members, Fidelis Care reminds men this and every month to stay on top of their health.

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.

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (April 21, 2025) As National Infant Immunization Week arrives, a recent surge in measles cases across the United States and Canada highlights the importance of vaccinating infants against preventable diseases. Fidelis Care, along with other health experts and The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), urge parents to ensure their children receive timely vaccinations, including the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, to safeguard their health and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (April 9, 2025) Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, is pleased to highlight the updated income guidelines for the Essential Plan through NY State of Health, adjusted to reflect changes in the federal poverty level. The federal poverty level determines income eligibility for public health insurance programs in New York State, including the Essential Plan. The Essential Plan aims to bridge the gap for those who may not qualify for Medicaid Managed Care but still need access to quality, low-cost health insurance.