You are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate, which outlines the anticipated cost of your medical care. Federal law requires health care providers to give individuals who are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance an advance estimate of charges for medical services and items.

• You have the right to receive a written estimate of the expected total cost for any non-emergency medical service or item. This estimate should include associated expenses such as diagnostic tests, medications, medical equipment, and facility or hospital charges.

• Your health care provider must supply this estimate in writing no later than one business day before your scheduled service or item. You may also request a Good Faith Estimate from your provider—or any provider of your choosing—prior to scheduling care.

• If the final bill you receive exceeds your Good Faith Estimate by $400 or more, you have the right to challenge the charges.

• Be sure to keep a copy or photo of your Good Faith Estimate for your records.

For additional details or to learn more about your rights regarding Good Faith Estimates, please visit www.cms.gov/nosurprise