Fidelis Specialty Pharmacy Earns URAC Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation

ARCADIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Fidelis Specialty Pharmacy (“Fidelis”) is proud to announce that it has earned URAC’s prestigious specialty pharmacy accreditation. URAC is the independent leader in promoting healthcare quality through accreditation, certification, and measurement. By achieving this status, Fidelis has demonstrated a commitment to quality care, improved processes, and better patient outcomes. Fidelis, a Latino-owned specialty pharmacy that services the hemophilia and bleeding disorders community, focuses on quality in every aspect of its operations.

“We are delighted to have earned URAC’s Specialty Pharmacy accreditation. This achievement demonstrates our commitment to providing patients and health care providers in the hemophilia and bleeding disorders community with the very highest levels of service,” said Fidelis Chief Operating Officer, Norma Castaneda.

Fidelis co-founders Wagner Lemus and Antonio Rosas made helping hemophilia and bleeding disorder patients with the complex issues related to their treatment a focus early on at Fidelis. This prestigious URAC accreditation shows that Fidelis adheres to industry best practices to help meet patient needs.

Fidelis President Wagner Lemus said, “At Fidelis, we are passionate about providing the highest level of care for hemophilia and bleeding disorder patients to help them achieve the best possible outcomes. This URAC accreditation in specialty pharmacy is one of the many ways we show our patients and partners that Fidelis is a best-in-class specialty pharmacy.”

URAC accreditation requires applicants to submit policies, procedures, and other organizational information that is followed by a review. URAC’s accreditation process enables learning and compliance with nationally recognized healthcare standards and supports improvements and innovation in healthcare management and delivery.

“It’s necessary for specialty pharmacies to provide a higher level of treatment for patients so desired outcomes are achieved. Fidelis Specialty Pharmacy shows a dedication to patient education and safety through the recognition of quality it received with URAC’s independent accreditation,” said URAC President and CEO Kylanne Green. “With URAC accreditation, people know that Fidelis strives to adhere to industry best practices.”

About URAC

Founded in 1990, URAC is the independent leader in promoting healthcare quality through leadership, accreditation, measurement and innovation. URAC is a nonprofit organization using evidence-based measures and developing standards through inclusive engagement with a range of stakeholders committed to improving the quality of healthcare. Our portfolio of accreditation and certification programs spans the healthcare industry, addressing healthcare management, healthcare operations, health plans, pharmacies, telehealth providers, physician practices, and more. URAC accreditation is a symbol of excellence for organizations to showcase their validated commitment to quality and accountability.

About Fidelis Specialty Pharmacy

Fidelis Specialty Pharmacy is a Latino-owned specialty pharmacy servicing the bleeding disorders community. Fidelis is a premier specialty pharmacy services provider focused on best-in-class offerings that improve patient outcomes including 24/7 access to bilingual pharmacists, a secure supply chain, integrated compliance and adherence programs, home nursing services, and insurance claims assistance. Additional information is available on the Fidelis website at www.fidelis-rx.com.

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