No Surprise Act
What You Need to Know About the No Surprises Act
The No Surprises Act is a federal regulation designed to prevent patients from facing unexpected medical bills in situations where they have limited control over their healthcare provider. This often applies to emergency care or when an out-of-network provider delivers services at an in-network facility, such as a hospital or surgery center.
Whether or not an individual does not have or is choosing not to utilize their health insurance, the No Surprise Act requires healthcare providers to give them a Good Faith Estimate, outlining the expected costs for any medical services.