Good Faith Estimate
No Surprises Act Information; Beginning Jan 1st, 2022
In compliance with the No Surprises Act, which takes effect on January 1, 2022, all healthcare providers are mandated to inform clients about their federal rights and protections against unexpected healthcare costs commonly known as 'surprise billing.' This Act necessitates that we notify you of your federally protected rights to receive a notification when services are provided by an out-of-network provider, if you are uninsured, or if you choose not to use your insurance.
Additionally, we are obligated to provide you with a Good Faith Estimate of healthcare costs upon request or prior to your scheduled appointment. While it may be challenging to ascertain the exact duration of treatment for mental health care—since each client has the right to determine how long they wish to partake in mental health services—a Good Faith Estimate will be provided and reassessed as necessary.
Your Rights Under the No Surprises Act:
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate detailing how much your medical care will cost. By law, healthcare providers must furnish patients, who are uninsured or not utilizing insurance, with an estimate of the charges for medical items and services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the anticipated total cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related expenses such as medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
Ensure that your healthcare provider provides you with a written Good Faith Estimate at least one business day before you receive any medical service or item. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate from your healthcare provider or any other provider before scheduling an item or service.
If you receive a bill that exceeds your Good Faith Estimate by at least $400, you have the right to dispute the bill. Remember to keep a copy or a picture of your Good Faith Estimate.