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Medical debt

Eric Risberg

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Most medical debt can no longer hurt your credit score under new California law

Ana B. Ibarra

A new state law will keep medical debt off your credit report, sparing a hit to your all-important credit score. This is a big deal for California where millions struggle with unpaid medical bills. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.