Good Faith Estimate

Written By Lindsay Cade

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Read on to understand your rights:

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or 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 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 health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

  • 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.


For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call the Colorado Division of Insurance at 303-894-7490 or 1-800-930-3745.

Lindsay Cade

Lindsay Cade, LPC (she/her) is a licensed trauma and relationship therapist serving the LGBTQ+ community and allies. With advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), she helps couples deepen their bond and strengthen their relationship. For individuals, she brings expert, trauma-informed skills and years of experience to each session to help individuals heal past wounds and get unstuck in daily life.

https://rootedacorncounseling.com/therapist-lindsay-cade
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