Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to know what your dental care will cost before any work is done. Federal law requires health care providers to give uninsured patients or those not using their insurance a written estimate of what they will be charged for services and items.

• You can get a Good Faith Estimate for the full expected cost of any non-emergency service or item you schedule. That covers related charges too, things like lab tests, medications, supplies, and facility fees.
• Your provider has to give you this estimate in writing at least 1 business day before a scheduled service. You don’t have to wait for them to offer it. You can ask any provider you’re considering for a Good Faith Estimate before you book anything. It’s your right to ask.
• If your final bill comes in $400 or more above the Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute it.
• Keep a copy of your Good Faith Estimate. Save it or photograph it.

If you have questions about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises..