Good Faith Estimate

The No Surprises Act mandates that healthcare providers inform uninsured and self-paying patients of their entitlement to a "Good Faith Estimate," aiding in estimating anticipated charges. You are entitled to receive a "Good Faith Estimate," delineating the expected costs of your medical and mental health treatments. According to the law, healthcare providers are obliged to furnish patients without insurance or those not utilizing insurance with an estimate of anticipated fees for medical services, including psychotherapy. You retain the right to obtain a Good Faith Estimate encompassing the comprehensive anticipated expenses of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy. Prior to scheduling a service, you may request a Good Faith Estimate from your healthcare provider, as well as any other provider you select. Should you receive a bill surpassing your Good Faith Estimate by at least $400, you are entitled to dispute it. It is advisable to retain a copy or snapshot of your Good Faith Estimate upon receipt from your provider. Ensure to request a Good Faith Estimate before availing of the service.

For inquiries or further details regarding your entitlement to a Good Faith Estimate, please visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (800) 985-3059.

Last updated:03/17/2024