NM Medical Debt

New Mexico Medical Debt Laws

Everything you need to know about medical debt in New Mexico: SOL is 6 years, garnishment capped at 25% of disposable earnings, and 2 state-specific protections apply.

6 years

SOL (open/revolving accounts)

$2,459

Avg medical debt

25% of disposable earnings

Garnishment cap

How to Dispute Medical Debt in New Mexico

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

New Mexico State Law

NM Unfair Practices Act

File complaints: AG Consumer Protection

Relevant Federal Laws

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

New Mexico Consumer Protections

Community property state — spouse debt implications

Treble damages under Unfair Practices Act

Medical Debt Tips for New Mexico 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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