No Surprises Act and Good Faith Estimates
Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate
Federal law, through the No Surprises Act, gives you important protections when it comes to understanding the cost of your care. If you don’t have insurance or choose not to use insurance, you’re entitled to receive a Good Faith Estimate that outlines the expected charges for any non-emergency services, including psychotherapy.
What This Means for You?
You have the right to:
• Receive a written Good Faith Estimate
This estimate will describe the total expected cost of the services you’re considering. For medical care, this may include related items such as tests, medications, or equipment. For psychotherapy, it outlines the projected cost of sessions or services you request.
• Obtain your estimate before scheduling
Your provider must give you a written estimate at least one business day before your scheduled service. You’re also welcome to request an estimate at any time—before booking or during your course of care.
• Dispute a bill if needed
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than the amount listed on your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute it.
• Keep a copy for your records
You’re entitled to a copy of your estimate and encouraged to keep it in case you ever need to reference it.