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The week my credit score tanked over a $35 medical bill
Last month, I got a bill from a clinic in Austin for a $35 copay I thought was covered. I never saw the mail because I was out of town. Found out Tuesday my score dropped 60 points because it went to collections. It felt insane that such a small mistake could do so much damage. Has anyone else had a tiny bill wreck their credit like this?
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abbyhall23h ago
How is that even legal for thirty five bucks?
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max71613h agoTop Commenter
It's a basic service with no frills. The price covers the bare minimum, which is all some people need. They're not breaking any laws by offering a cheap, stripped-down option. You get what you pay for.
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fionanguyen13h ago
It's like buying a cheap umbrella that breaks in the rain, but hey, you knew the risk.
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