Medical Debt Protections in Connecticut
State protections for medical debt in Connecticut, including credit reporting and collection limits.
Short answer: For a debt arising from hospital services, prejudgment and postjudgment interest may not exceed 5% a year, and awarding interest is at the court's discretion. Conn. Gen. Stat. § 37-3a(b)
| Medical debt protections | For a debt arising from hospital services, prejudgment and postjudgment interest may not exceed 5% a year, and awarding interest is at the court's discretion. Source: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 37-3a(b) |
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Where to get help in Connecticut
- Connecticut Department of Banking, Consumer Credit Division (licenses consumer collection agencies and enforces creditor collection rules)
- File a complaint or claim
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- All Connecticut debt & collections rules
FAQ
What protections apply to medical debt in Connecticut?
For a debt arising from hospital services, prejudgment and postjudgment interest may not exceed 5% a year, and awarding interest is at the court's discretion.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.