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Illinois Medical Debt Laws

Everything you need to know about medical debt in Illinois: SOL is 5 years, garnishment capped at 15% of gross wages, and 3 state-specific protections apply.

5 years

SOL (open/revolving accounts)

$2,459

Avg medical debt

15% of gross wages

Garnishment cap

How to Dispute Medical Debt in Illinois

1
Request itemized bill with CPT codes
2
Check for No Surprises Act violations
3
Apply for hospital financial assistance
4
Dispute errors line by line
5
Negotiate — hospitals accept 40-60% routinely

Illinois State Law

Illinois Collection Agency Act

File complaints: AG Consumer Protection

Relevant Federal Laws

  • FDCPA (15 USC 1692)
  • FCRA (15 USC 1681)
  • FTC Act 5
  • CFPB Reg F

Illinois Consumer Protections

Only 15% wage garnishment (lowest in nation)
Collectors must be licensed
10-year SOL on written contracts

Medical Debt Tips for Illinois Residents

ALWAYS get an itemized bill before paying
Nonprofit hospitals must offer financial assistance
Medical debt has 365-day credit reporting grace period

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