The Fidelis Care Blog

Obesity is associated with a range of diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea, and some cancers. Weight loss can improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Even a small loss can make a difference. For example, a 5% weight reduction for a person who weighs 200 pounds is 10 pounds. This change could lower the risk for some chronic diseases. Approximately 2 out of every 3 adult New Yorkers are overweight or have obesity. Over 49% of adults in the United States are trying to lose weight.

Fidelis Care is pleased to inform you that the most recent 2024 QARR/HEDIS Care Gap Report has been posted on Provider Access Online (provider portal).

The following sections of the Fidelis Care authorization grids have been updated effective February 1, 2025.

Fidelis Care would like to inform our providers of plan changes that will be effective January 1, 2025.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Prevention and screening are the most important ways to fight cervical cancer. If you have not gotten screened or vaccinated, making an appointment with your healthcare provider is strongly recommended. Proper screening and vaccination can help prevent advanced cervical cancer from developing.