You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” 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 insurance an estimate of the bill for medical 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 medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or 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 800-985-3059.

Yes.

-If a person is currently in active addiction, they may require specialized care, possibly even a higher level of care than I can provide. I am happy to help provide resources for your mental health care needs.

-There may be other mental health conditions that are beyond the scope of my practice. This is usually when a person requires hospitalization. When that is presented, I will inform you of the barrier to treating you at this time and help you find the care you need to be best supported. When you have stepped down from a higher level of care, I will likely be able to begin or resume care with you!

If you are currently suicidal and are concerned about your safety and well being, please call 911 immediately for support, get to your nearest emergency room/department or urgent care as soon as possible for care.

If you are in need of other resources, call or text 988 to connect with someone for support.