IC System is collecting medical debt in Pennsylvania where the statute of limitations is 4 years. Average medical debt: $2,459. Garnishment limit: No wage garnishment for most debts.
4 years
Statute of Limitations
$2,459
Average Medical Debt
No wage garnishment
Garnishment Limit
Known IC System Violations
Reporting unverified debts to credit bureaus
Continuing collection after dispute without validation
Using misleading language about legal consequences
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
Pennsylvania Protections
PA Fair Credit Extension Uniformity Act. File complaints with: AG Consumer Protection.