Last updated October 1, 2026
Your right to a Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your care will cost.
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 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 service. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a 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 1-800-985-3059.
How this works at FOCUS
FOCUS is a private-pay practice, so this applies to every client. Our rates are listed on our fees page: therapy starts at $150 per 50-minute session, and fees vary by provider and session type.
We go over your expected fees during your free 15-minute consult. Before your first session, you'll receive them in writing in the client agreement you review and sign.
You can ask for a Good Faith Estimate at any point, including before you've decided anything. Just ask your provider or email contactfocuspsych@gmail.com.
A Good Faith Estimate is not a contract and doesn't require you to receive any services from us. It's there so you know what to expect before you start.