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LOINC 2.82

Good Faith Estimate

Gfe

Definition

  • The Good Faith Estimate (GFE) is a formal notification provided to patients that details the reasonably expected charges, billing codes, and services for a scheduled or requested healthcare item or service. The GFE includes an itemized estimate based on information from the provider, aiming to enhance transparency and enable informed patient decisions regarding healthcare costs. The full requirements for GFE content are specified in 42 U.S. Code § 300gg-136 and cover the expected charges, billing and diagnostic codes, and other elements necessary for clear patient cost communication.

Component

  • Good faith estimate

Specimen / system

  • {Setting}

Class

  • DOC.ONTOLOGY

Property

  • Find

Scale

  • Doc

Method

  • {Role}

Related names

  • DOC.ONT; Document; Finding; Findings; GFE; Point in time; Random

Index terms

  • DOC.ONT
  • Document
  • Finding
  • Findings
  • GFE
  • Point in time
  • Random