No Surprises Act

Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your care will cost. If you are uninsured or paying out of pocket, you can request a Good Faith Estimate at any time. For more information, visit CMS No Surprises Act." No Surprises Act (effective January 1, 2022), healthcare providers, including Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs), are required to inform clients of their right to receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) for the cost of services. This is a federal requirement designed to prevent unexpected billing for clients who are uninsured or self-paying.