Elisabeth Rosenthal –

<p><a href="https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers/understanding-costs-in-advance">"Good faith" cost estimates</a> are provided to people without insurance, or those who have insurance but choose to pay for medical expenses out of their own pocket. While these estimates are not meant to be precise, they should be reasonably detailed with a list of expected charges and services related to a patient's care. If a bill comes in at least <a href="https://www.cms.gov/CCIIO/Resources/Regulations-and-Guidance/Downloads/Good-Faith-Estimate-Patient-Provider-Dispute-Resolution-Process-for-Uninsured-or-Self-Pay-Individuals.pdf">$400 higher</a> than the good faith estimate, patients can file a dispute claim within 120 days of the billing date. Patients can utilize a federally regulated dispute process to determine what amount must be paid in the case of an inaccurate estimate.</p>
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