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Money CFPB Announces New Rules for Medical Debt Collection and ReportingSheiresa NgoDecember 11, 2014September 28, 2017 by Sheiresa NgoDecember 11, 2014September 28, 2017448 If you have an outstanding medical debt on your credit report, then you understand the stress that often comes along with it.... Read more