Good Faith Estimate

You Have the Right To Receive a “Good Faith Estimate” Explaining  

How Much Your Medical Care Will Cost 

• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any nonemergency 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. 

• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. 

• 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. 

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