Compliance
Good faith estimate
A written cost estimate required under the No Surprises Act for uninsured and self-pay patients.
What it means in dermatology
Dermatology practices encounter it most with cosmetic-adjacent and self-pay surgical services. The estimate must be provided within defined timeframes based on how far in advance the service is scheduled.
Keeping a documented estimate on file also reduces disputes over cosmetic services that the patient later expects insurance to cover.
Why it matters to your revenue
It is both a compliance requirement and a practical defense against self-pay collection disputes.
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