You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining the anticipated costs of your medical care.
According to the law, healthcare providers must provide patients who do not have insurance or choose not to use their insurance with an estimate of the costs for medical items and services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate that outlines the total expected costs of any nonemergency items or services. This includes associated expenses such as medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
Ensure your healthcare provider gives you a written Good Faith Estimate at least one business day before your scheduled medical service or item. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate from any other provider you intend to use before scheduling an item or service.
If you receive a bill that exceeds your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill.
Remember to keep a copy or take a picture of your Good Faith Estimate for reference.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visitwww.cms.gov/nosurprises or call CMS at 1-800-985-3059.
