Columbia Ultimate is collecting medical debt in Hawaii where the statute of limitations is 6 years. Average medical debt: $2,459. Garnishment limit: 5% of first $100 + 10% of next $100 + 20% of remainder.
6 years
Statute of Limitations
$2,459
Average Medical Debt
5% of first $100 + 1
Garnishment Limit
Known Columbia Ultimate Violations
Collecting on debts discharged in bankruptcy
Failing to update credit reports after dispute
Adding unauthorized interest charges
Dispute Strategies
Request itemized bill with CPT codes
Check for No Surprises Act violations
Apply for hospital financial assistance
Dispute errors line by line
Negotiate — hospitals accept 40-60% routinely
Hawaii Protections
HI Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act. File complaints with: Office of Consumer Protection.