Your right to a Good Faith Estimate

Last updated September 15, 2026

Ask before care

Uninsured and self-pay patients generally have a right to a written Good Faith Estimate when requesting one or scheduling care at least three business days in advance.

• Care scheduled 3–9 business days ahead: generally receive the estimate within one business day of scheduling.
• Care scheduled 10 or more business days ahead: generally receive it within three business days.
• An estimate requested before scheduling: generally receive it within three business days of the request.

Understand what is included

An estimate describes expected charges; it is not a contract or a guarantee of the final bill. Ask each involved provider or facility for its estimate, including the surgeon and surgical facility. Separately scheduled or unexpected services may not be included. Keep a copy.

Call 404-913-7707 to request an estimate from this practice.

Source: CMS Good Faith Estimate guidance.

If a bill is substantially higher

If a provider or facility bills you at least $400 more than its estimate, you may qualify for the federal patient-provider dispute resolution process. You generally must start the process within 120 calendar days of the initial bill. Eligibility conditions apply.

Visit CMS dispute-resolution guidance or call 1-800-985-3059 for instructions, eligibility, and current fees.

Contact the practice

Spine and Orthopedic Specialists of Atlanta, PC
600 Houze Way, Unit A1, Roswell, GA 30076
Phone: 404-913-7707 · Fax: 833-764-5912
Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm