Financial Matters

general information

I currently do not accept insurance. However, if you have out-of-network benefits, I am happy to provide a monthly receipt called a “Superbill” which you can submit to insurance for out of-network claims. I can not make any guarantees regarding reimbursement, as your coverage is a function of the contract between you and your insurance company. Therefore, for peace of mind I always recommend that potential clients reach out to their insurance company prior to their first appointment to ask questions such as these:

— Do I have out-of-network benefits?

— If so, what do they entail?

— Do they apply to services provided by a LMFT?

— What is my out-of-network deductible? Have I met it yet?

— What percentage of my paid fee will I be reimbursed for once the deductible is met?

— What is the process for submitting my superbills?

Note: Payment is due in full after each session. Please feel free to reach out to inquire about my current hourly rate.

what is a

good faith estimate?

It’s a great thing to know your rights!

Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers and health care facilities are required to inform individuals who are not enrolled in a plan or coverage or a Federal health care program, or not seeking to file a claim with their plan or coverage both orally and in writing of their ability, upon request or at the time of schedule health care items and services, to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges. 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 you 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

Questions?

Please contact me for any additional questions you may have. I look forward to hearing from you!