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Medical credit cards draw consumer group's scrutiny

US PIRG offers some alternatives that are worth considering

Medical bills are the source of many consumer issues these days. They can lead to bankruptcy and ruin someone’s credit rating if they’re not paid.

Following up on its report “Medical Bills: Everything You Need to Know About Your Rights,” the U.S. PIRG Education Fund is warning consumers that the next time they’re faced with a hefty medical bill, they might find themselves pressured to sign up for a medical credit card. PIRG claims those cards are a win for the financial ...

Read article 09/08/2023

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