The Fidelis Care Blog

Did you know that about 80% of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, can be prevented? It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider. Understanding Your Risk Old and young people need to keep their heart healthy. Eating healthy, exercising regularly, and seeing your healthcare provider can help you keep your heart healthy. It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider.

Black History Month is a profound opportunity to honor the resilience, brilliance, and contributions of the Black community throughout history. For me, as President and CEO of the Urban League of Westchester County (ULWC), this month is both a celebration and a call to action—a reminder of how far we’ve come and the urgent work that remains.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. This is a great time to raise awareness about the benefits of good oral health for young people. Taking care of teeth can help prevent cavities and improve overall health outcomes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that cavities are one of the most common diseases during childhood and can cause other health issues.

February, recognized as Black History Month, serves as an opportunity for us to reflect and uplift one another. This month, we also recognize the strength, achievements, and contributions of individuals throughout history who paved the way for progress despite incredible adversity.

It is important to stay healthy during the winter season. Norovirus is a winter stomach flu that can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is commonly known as the “stomach bug.” This winter, there has been a high number of cases of norovirus. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about norovirus:

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

Healthy aging is about making choices that support your body and mind to live a fulfilling life as you grow older. In observance of Healthy Aging Month, here are some simple, powerful tips to help you age well and feel your best: 1. Move Your Body Every Day Try to exercise every day. If you can, do strength training (like lifting light weights or using resistance bands) at least three times a week.

SYRACUSE, NY (August 20, 2025) –Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State, and Wellcare are excited to announce their continued sponsorship of the 2025 Great New York State Fair. As a committed partner, Fidelis Care and Wellcare are proud to support both the Women’s Day celebration and the Fair Cares program, reinforcing their dedication to improving community health and accessibility for all New Yorkers.

To ensure timely processing and avoid delays, providers should limit all prior authorization fax transmissions to 75 pages or less. Faxes exceeding 75 pages may be delayed or fail to process, which could impact our ability to efficiently and comprehensively process the request.

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY [August 13, 2025] – As summer winds down and families prepare for the return to school, Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, is reminding parents and caregivers to take steps to ensure children are physically, emotionally, and mentally ready for the new academic year.