Good Faith Estimate

Under the No Surprises Act (H.R. 133, effective January 1, 2022), health care providers need to give clients or patients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a good faith estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

Make sure your health care provider gives you a good faith estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a good faith estimate before you schedule an item or service.

A Good Faith Estimate is for your awareness only and does not require immediate financial commitment or payment. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your good faith estimate.

For questions or more information about your right to a good faith estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.