Medical Debt
Medical debt is money you owe for health care. A medical bill can become medical debt when it goes unpaid and gets sent to a debt collector or leads to a lawsuit. These articles talk about the steps you can take before or after that happens.
Medical Debt in Virginia
Read more about medical debt in Virginia, including how to dispute billing errors, apply for hospital financial assistance, deal with debt collectors, and respond to lawsuits or wage garnishment. Learn about special legal protections for medical debt and where to get help if you cannot afford your medical bills.
How to Apply for Hospital Financial Assistance in Virginia
Read more about how to apply for hospital financial assistance in Virginia, including who may qualify, what documents you need, and what rights you have if you are facing collections or lawsuits over medical debt.
How to Dispute Medical Billing Errors
Read more about how to spot and dispute medical billing errors in Virginia, including how to request an itemized bill and challenge incorrect charges.
Dollar For
Dollar For is a nonprofit that can help you check your eligibility and apply for hospital financial assistance.
Enroll Virginia Navigator Locator
Use this online tool from Enroll Virginia to make a free appointment with a navigator in your community. Navigators are trained helpers that can help you find and sign up for health coverage.