The Fidelis Care Blog

In response to the polio state disaster emergency, Fidelis Care urges our unvaccinated members to get immunized to protect yourself from this serious disease.

On October 1, 2021, NIA Magellan, a partner of Fidelis Care, will begin managing authorizations requests for radiology services for our members.

This Narrative Summary is designed to provide a plain-language summary of the reasons for the proposed rate adjustment. This Summary will remain posted on our website, for a minimum of 30 calendar days from the date of our letter.

All Essential Plan premiums will be eliminated as of June 1, 2021. Starting June 1, 2021, there is no longer a monthly premium for Essential Plan coverage.

In recognition of National Women’s Checkup Day on Monday, May 10, Fidelis Care is encouraging women of all ages to make their health a priority and schedule an appointment for their annual checkup with their primary care provider.

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 (March 5, 2025) 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 behavioral health grant program. 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. The application is available at fideliscare.org/BH-grants. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. EDT March 28, 2025.