kaitlan collins just exposed the one hidden fee on your cell phone bill most people never notice—and it’s costing you $12 a month on average. After investigating a routine data charge, Collins uncovered a “regulatory recovery fee” that carriers silently add to your monthly statement, often buried in fine print. Your wallet is being drained for a service that may not even be required by law, and experts say you could be owed a refund if you call your provider. Check your latest bill before another charge hits.