S1194
An Act to prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect patients and consumers from aggressive and potentially unfair practices used by medical debt collectors in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish clearer rules and regulations regarding how medical debt is collected, focusing on transparency and fairness for individuals struggling to pay their medical bills. The legislation intends to limit certain debt collection tactics and ensure that patients have access to information about their medical debts. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce the burden of medical debt and improve the patient experience.
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Primary sponsor
Mark C. Montigny
Cosponsor
Mark C. Montigny
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