Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to receive a “good faith estimate” (GFE) explaining how much your medical care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using their insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a GFE for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items of services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

You will receive a GFE in writing at least 1 business day before your session. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a GFE before you schedule an item or service.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your GFE, you can dispute the bill.

Make sure to save a copy or picture of your GFE. For questions, or more information about your right to a GFE, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call Colorado Division of Insurance at 303.894.7490 or 1-800-930-3745