You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate that explains the expected cost of your medical or mental health care.
Under federal law, health care providers — including psychologists — must provide an estimate of charges to patients who do not have insurance or are choosing not to use insurance. This estimate covers services such as psychotherapy and other non-emergency care.
What this means for you:
- You can request a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency services.
- You may ask for this estimate before scheduling an appointment or service.
- The estimate helps you understand costs in advance so there are no surprises.
If your bill is higher than expected:
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than the amount listed in your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill. Be sure to save a copy (or photo) of your estimate for your records.
For more information about your rights under the No Surprises Act, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises