Good Faith Estimate

Good Faith Estimate page created 9-9-26 ~ Written by Lucrezia Mangione, LPC, LCPC, NCC, BC-TMH, DCEP

If you do not have health insurance, or you have insurance but are not using it to pay for your care, you may have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges before services begin.

Under the federal No Surprises Act, healthcare providers are generally required to provide an estimate of expected charges when the federal requirements apply. This page explains what that estimate represents and how the process works at Mind Body Well Therapy, PLLC.

Your individual estimate is a separate written document based on the services reasonably expected at the time it is prepared.

This information is part of my Getting Started with Therapy resources, designed to help you understand the practical aspects of beginning care at Mind Body Well Therapy, PLLC.

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

A Good Faith Estimate is a written estimate of the expected charges for your healthcare services. It may include the type of service you expect to receive, the associated fee, and the anticipated number or frequency of services.

It is an estimate rather than a guarantee of the exact amount you will ultimately spend. It reflects what can reasonably be anticipated at the time it's prepared.

For general information about current rates, insurance, or payment options, please see Fees & Insurance.

When You May Receive a Good Faith Estimate

This requirement generally applies when you do not have health insurance, or when you have insurance but are choosing not to use it for the services involved. Under current federal guidance, a Good Faith Estimate is generally provided when qualifying services are scheduled at least three business days in advance, or when you request one.

If you are unsure whether a Good Faith Estimate applies to your situation, please ask.

What Your Estimate Represents

For holistic integrative psychotherapy and related behavioral health services, estimating the total cost of care can look different from estimating the cost of a single medical procedure.

The number and frequency of sessions you attend may change over time, based on your needs, preferences, progress, and decisions about continuing care. The type or duration of services may change as care develops, too.

For that reason, your Good Faith Estimate reflects the services reasonably expected at the time it is prepared. It does not require you to receive a particular number of sessions, nor does it determine your clinical treatment.

If your anticipated services change substantially, your expected costs may also change and your estimate may need to be updated.

Good Faith Estimates at Mind Body Well Therapy

If you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate for holistic therapy or another service offered at Mind Body Well Therapy, PLLC, I will provide one based on the information reasonably available at the time it's prepared.

Questions About Your Good Faith Estimate

Administrative details should not be mysterious.

If you receive a Good Faith Estimate from Mind Body Well Therapy, Pllc and something is unclear, please ask. You're welcome to ask about the services listed, the expected charges, or changes that may affect your estimate.

If Your Bill Is Substantially Higher Than Your Estimate

If a provider or facility charges you at least $400 more than the amount listed on your Good Faith Estimate for that provider or facility, you may be eligible to use the federal patient-provider dispute resolution process.

Because federal requirements and procedures can change, current information about Good Faith Estimates and the dispute process is available through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) No Surprises consumer information.

For broader information about costs and insurance at the practice, see Fees & Insurance.

If you have questions about a Good Faith Estimate you received from Mind Body Well Therapy, Pllc, please contact Mind Body Well Therapy.

About the Author

Lucrezia Mangione is a licensed professional counselor and founder of Mind Body Well Therapy, Pllc. Her work is grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy and guided by an evidence-informed, whole-person approach that considers the interconnectedness of mind, body, heart, spirit, and lived experience.

She works with thoughtful adults experiencing anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or disconnection, including those navigating demanding careers, caregiving responsibilities, or the pressures of healthcare and helping professions.

Mind Body Well Therapy, Pllc is a private psychotherapy practice offering holistic integrative psychotherapy, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and integration support, and NeuroEase EEG brain training and neurofeedback. Information on this website is provided for educational and informational purposes and is not intended for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for individualized medical, psychological, or mental health care. See the Privacy Policy and Disclaimer for more details.