Indiana lawmakers are weighing how to balance protections for Hoosiers struggling with medical debt against the ability of hospitals and providers to collect payment.
Testimony on Monday at the Statehouse highlights the challenges faced by the Interim Study Committee on Courts and the Judiciary.
Sam Snideman with United Way of Central Indiana told lawmakers the burden of unpaid bills continues to grow.
Indiana ranks 11th in the nation for the number of residents with medical debt in collections.
Supporters of reforms say stronger protections would help families avoid financial freefall.
Critics warn limits on garnishments or liens could hurt small hospitals and ambulance services, especially in rural areas
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