Good Faith Estimate
Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate
As of 2021, a law was enacted to ensure you have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" for the expected costs of your medical and mental health care. This estimate helps you understand what you might pay for treatment.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
A Good Faith Estimate is a detailed explanation provided by your healthcare provider that outlines the anticipated costs of your non-emergency medical and mental health services. This estimate is particularly important for those who are uninsured or opting not to use insurance.
Your Rights Under This Law:
You are entitled to receive a Good Faith Estimate that includes the total expected charges for any non-emergency services, including any associated fees such as medical tests, prescriptions, or inpatient/outpatient care.
Your healthcare provider must give you the Good Faith Estimate at least 1 business day before your scheduled appointment. You can also request this estimate from any provider before committing to any services.
If the final bill you receive is $400 or more above the amount listed in your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the charges.
Keep a copy or take a picture of your Good Faith Estimate for your records, as it may be useful in the future.
For additional information or to learn more about your rights regarding the Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.