Good Faith Estimate

Effective January 1, 2022 under the No Surprises Act, any patient who does not have insurance or who is not using their insurance to pay for services/treatment is entitled to receive a “Good Faith Estimate,” which outlines the total estimated cost of all non-emergency services.  Healthcare providers are required to provide patients that meet these criteria with their Good Faith Estimate at least 1 business day prior to the medical service.  Patients may also request a Good Faith Estimate from their healthcare provider prior to scheduling any service.  If a patient receives a bill that is at least $400 more than the estimate, they are entitled to dispute the charges.  For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).