Good Faith Estimate
Know what to expect before your visit — under federal law, you have the right to an estimate of your costs in advance.
Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don't 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.
How It Works
Request It Early
Ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
Get It in Writing
Your provider must give you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item.
Dispute If Needed
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 cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
