Medical debt has become one of the most disruptive financial issues Americans face today. Even with health insurance, high deductibles and surprise billing can leave households owing thousands of ...

Unpaid medical bills can cause stress and worry. A person may be unaware of the right questions to ask regarding payment. However, various forms of financial assistance can help. Medical billing ...

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The bill would prohibit medical debt from appearing on credit reports, ban wage garnishment and cap interest at 3%, down from ...

Medical debt is the leading type of debt collection in the U.S., leaving many unsure about where to turn when collectors start calling.Doctors and hospitals typically expect payment within 30 days of ...

It’s bad enough when you get bad news from your doctor, but sometimes the drama doesn’t end there: You open your mailbox and get another “surprise” in the form of an unexpected medical bill. There are ...

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The Hospital Financial Assistance Act is under consideration to keep bills from negatively affecting patients' credit in ...

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Sierra Freeman has a rare genetic disorder that makes her prone to aneurysms and has sent her to the hospital ...

Medical bills that may range from hundreds to thousands of dollars can be stressful and frightening. Debt, especially from events you can’t control, can create an even wider range of emotions. It’s ...