Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate that outlines how much your medical care is expected to cost.
Under federal law, health care providers are required to give patients who do not have insurance, or who are not using insurance, an estimate of the charges for medical items and services.
You are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate of the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This can include related costs such as medical tests, prescriptions, equipment, and facility fees.
Your health care provider should give you a written Good Faith Estimate at least 1 business day before your scheduled service or item. You may also request a Good Faith Estimate from your provider, or any other provider you choose, before you schedule care.
If your final bill is at least $400 more than the Good Faith Estimate you received, you may have the right to dispute the bill.
Be sure to keep a copy or photo of your Good Faith Estimate for your records.
For questions or more information about your rights to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.