The No Surprises Act

Effective January 1, 2022, the No Surprises Act requires all healthcare providers to notify clients of their rights and protections against potential “surprise billing.” This Act requires that we notify you of your Federal protected right to receive notification when services are rendered to you by an out-of-network provider, or if you are uninsured or elect to not use your insurance benefits.

Additionally, we are required to provide you with a Good Faith Estimate of the cost of services. It is difficult to determine the true length of treatment for mental health care and each client has a right to decide how long they would like to participate in psychotherapy services. If you request an appointment you will be provided with a fee schedule for the services offered by your therapist. Your therapist will collaborate with you to determine how many sessions you may need.

GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, healthcare providers are required to give an estimate of the bill for medical items and services to patients who do not have insurance or who choose not to use their insurance benefits.

• 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.

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• Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one 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.

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

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• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

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• For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.