Some healthcare providers allow patients to take out loans or medical credit cards to help pay for procedures
Certain healthcare providers are allowing patients to take out loans or medical credit cards in efforts to pay for procedures.
Published: Jun. 15, 2023 at 5:26 PM CDT
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Certain healthcare providers are allowing patients to take out loans or medical credit cards in efforts to pay for procedures. Prior to agreeing to do so, a federal consumer protection agency says you need to pay attention closely to what options are available.
Consumer reporter, Caresse Jackman spoke with a researcher on ways medical credit cards and loans are affecting patients, and possible alternatives.
If you’re experiencing issues with credit cards, medical debt collections, or reporting, you can submit a complaint to the Consumer Financial Bureau here .
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