Effective January 1, 2022, a ruling went into effect called the “No Surprises Act,” which requires mental health practitioners to provide a “Good Faith Estimate” (GFE) about out-of-network care to any patient who is uninsured or who is insured but does not plan to use their insurance benefits to pay for health care items and/or services. 

The Good Faith Estimate works to show the cost of items and services that are reasonably expected for your mental health care needs. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. The Good Faith Estimate does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment.

You are entitled to receive this “Good Faith Estimate” of what the charges could be for psychotherapy services provided to you. While it is not possible for a psychotherapist to know, in advance, how many psychotherapy sessions may be necessary or appropriate for a given person upon the initiation of psychotherapy, this form provides an estimate of the cost of services provided. Your total cost of services will depend upon the number of psychotherapy sessions you attend, your individual circumstances, and the type and amount of services that are provided to you. This estimate is not a contract and does not obligate you to obtain any services from the provider listed, nor does it include any services rendered to you that are not identified here. 

 

Good Faith Estimate

This Good Faith Estimate is not intended to serve as a recommendation for treatment or a prediction that you may need to attend a specified number of psychotherapy visits. The number of visits that are appropriate in your case, and the estimated cost for those services, depends on your needs and what you agree to in consultation with your therapist. You are entitled to disagree with any recommendations made to you concerning your treatment and you may discontinue treatment at any time. 

At Kannon Healing Counseling PLLC, the fee for a typical 53-minute first assessment appointment is $165 (CPT Code 90791 ). 45-minute psychotherapy session (in-person or via telehealth) is $145 (CPT Code 90834). The fee for a typical 53-minute psychotherapy session (in-person or via telehealth) is $155 (CPT Code 90837). Most clients will attend one psychotherapy session per week or every two weeks, but the frequency of psychotherapy sessions that are appropriate in your case may be more or less, depending upon your individual needs and preference. It is also important, when determining your total estimate, to take into consideration vacations, holidays, emergencies, and sick time. It is also important to note that no-show or late cancellations incur an $75 fee that is non-negotiable.

You may project any potential future cost(s) by multiplying the session fee of $165 or $145 by the total number of sessions. This will result in your total estimated cost for mental health service(s). 

As an example, $155 session fee X 10 sessions =$1,550.

If you attend therapy for a shorter or longer period, your total estimated charges will decrease or increase according to the number of visits and length of treatment. 

Kannon Healing Counseling PLLC recognizes every client’s therapy journey is unique. How long you need to engage in therapy and how often you attend sessions will be influenced by many factors including:

·       Your schedule and life circumstances

·       Therapist availability

·       Ongoing life challenges

·       The nature of your specific challenges and how you address them

·       Personal finances

You and your therapist will continually assess the appropriate frequency of therapy and will work together to determine when you have met your goals and are ready for discharge and/ or a new “Good Faith Estimate” will be issued should the frequency of session(s) or needs change. As related, you may request a new GFE at any time in writing during your treatment.

Good Faith Estimate Disclaimer:

This Good Faith Estimate shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for your health care needs for an item or service. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. Your provider may recommend additional services that are not reflected in this Good Faith Estimate.

The Good Faith Estimate is only an estimate—actual items/service charges may differ. The Good Faith Estimate does not include any unknown or unanticipated costs that may arise and are not reasonably expected during treatment due to unforeseen events. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur. Other potential items and/ or services associated with therapy charges may include but is not limited to no show/late cancellation fee(s), record request(s), letter writing(s), legal fee(s)/court attendance(s), professional collaboration(s), and in-between session supports. These potential items/services and associated fee(s) are discussed further within the Informed Consent documentation and should these items/services be initiated a new Good Faith Estimate will be provided. The Good Faith Estimate does not obligate the client to obtain listed items or services.

You have a right to initiate a dispute resolution process if the actual amount charged to you substantially exceeds the estimated charges stated in your Good Faith Estimate (which means $400 or more beyond the estimated charges).

You are encouraged to speak with your provider at any time about any questions you may have regarding your treatment plan, or the information provided to you in this Good Faith Estimate.

For questions or more information related to the Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.go/nosurprises or call (800) 368-1019. Your Good Faith Estimate and all paperwork is always available to you in your client portal and can be requested at any time.