You have the right to a Good Faith Estimate for your therapy costs.

A federal law, the No Surprises Act, requires therapists to give clients who are paying out of pocket an upfront estimate of their expected costs. This protects you from receiving a surprise bill for therapy services. 

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

A Good Faith Estimate is a document that clearly lists the costs of your therapy services. This includes things like the cost per session and how many sessions are expected in a given year. 

Who is this for?

This estimate is for you if you are:

• Uninsured.

• Insured but not planning to use your health insurance for therapy services.

How does the estimate work?

• It's just an estimate. A Good Faith Estimate is not a contract. Your actual total cost will depend on how many sessions you attend and the type of services you receive.

• I will talk with you about your treatment goals and how many sessions may be helpful. If your needs change or your services significantly change, we will discuss how your estimate will change.

• I will provide your Good Faith Estimate in writing.

What if my bill is much higher than the estimate?

If you receive a surprise bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the charges. 

Where can you get more information?

• For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or how to dispute a bill, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services page about no surprise bills.

• You can also contact the CMS No Surprises Help Desk at 800-985-3059.

What if I have more questions?

Please contact me.