Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who do not have insurance or, who are underinsured 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 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 providerand any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
- If you recieve a bill that is at least $400.00 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Make sure to save a copy of your Good Faith Estimate.
- If you believe you have been wrongly billed or need more information, you may contact:
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services (CMS) @ 1800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227) or visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises for more information about your rights under federal law.