Under the No Suprises Act (H.R. 133 - which went into effect on January 1, 2022), health care providers need to give clients 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 (under the law/when applicable) 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 healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. Dr. Amy will provide an estimate as part of your intake paperwork which will need to be completed at least 48 hrs. prior to your first appointment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate before the intake process if you prefer.

• 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.

  Note: A Good Faith Estimate is for your awareness only. It does NOT involve any type of commitment. You are free to change services or providers any time you choose.