Understanding Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate
We believe in transparency about the cost of care. A Good Faith Estimate can help you make informed decisions about your treatment. Understanding the financial aspects of counseling and mental health services can help you plan for care and avoid unexpected costs.
Under the No Surprises Act, uninsured individuals have the right to receive an estimate of expected healthcare costs before receiving services. This right also applies to individuals who choose not to use their insurance benefits.
What Is Included in a Good Faith Estimate?
A Good Faith Estimate outlines the expected costs of counseling, psychotherapy, and other mental health services provided through our practice. The estimate is intended to help you understand and prepare for the financial aspects of treatment. Actual costs may vary based on your individual needs, treatment goals, and the number of sessions required. However, the estimate provides a reasonable expectation of charges for scheduled services.
The estimate may include the cost of your initial assessment and ongoing therapy sessions. In addition, it may include other services recommended as part of your treatment plan.
Requesting a Good Faith Estimate
You may request a Good Faith Estimate before beginning treatment. You may also request one at any time during your course of care. In addition, you may request updated estimates if there are significant changes to the services you receive. We are happy to answer questions regarding fees, insurance benefits, private-pay services, and available payment options.
If you would like to request an estimate, please contact our office. We will provide the information required under federal law and help you better understand the anticipated cost of services.
To learn more about your rights under the No Surprises Act and Good Faith Estimate requirements, please click here to learn more. Please contact our office to obtain a Good Faith Estimate prior to starting services.