Medical Debt Protections in New Mexico
State protections for medical debt in New Mexico, including credit reporting and collection limits.
Short answer: Yes (Patients' Debt Collection Protection Act, 2021). Medical debt and health care charges may not be pursued through collection actions against patients determined to be indigent, and existing collection actions must stop once a patient is found indigent. NMSA 1978, §§ 57-32-1 to 57-32-10 (see § 57-32-4)
| Medical debt protections | Yes (Patients' Debt Collection Protection Act, 2021). Medical debt and health care charges may not be pursued through collection actions against patients determined to be indigent, and existing collection actions must stop once a patient is found indigent. Providers may not hire third parties to collect from indigent patients. The Act also requires insurance and assistance screening, billing information and payment receipts. |
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Where to get help in New Mexico
- New Mexico Department of Justice, Consumer Protection; Regulation and Licensing Department, Financial Institutions Division (licenses collection agencies)
- File a complaint or claim
More New Mexico debt & collections
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- All New Mexico debt & collections rules
FAQ
What protections apply to medical debt in New Mexico?
Yes (Patients' Debt Collection Protection Act, 2021). Medical debt and health care charges may not be pursued through collection actions against patients determined to be indigent, and existing collection actions must stop once a patient is found indigent. Providers may not hire third parties to collect from indigent patients. The Act also requires insurance and assistance screening, billing information and payment receipts.
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.