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#466: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reported in 2022 that medical debt is the most common reason to get a debt collector call. A Census Bureau study in 2021 found nearly 1 in 5 households (19%) couldn\u2019t pay for medical care when it was needed.\nThese statistics underscore the fact that the potential for unforeseen medical expenses to negatively impact our lives is ENORMOUS.\nDr. Virgie Bright Ellington, a medical billing expert and author of \u201cWhat Your Doctor Wants You to Know to Crush Medical Debt,\u201d joins us for today\u2019s episode to discuss the thorny topic of medical expenses.\nThe episode begins by acknowledging the widespread and detrimental impact that medical bills can cause, especially in a healthcare system as intricate as the one in the United States.\nDr. Ellington emphasizes the importance of proactively addressing medical bills to prevent them from becoming a source of financial stress.\nShe then shares a detailed roadmap that will empower listeners to navigate the complex world of medical bills with confidence, ultimately achieving financial peace of mind in healthcare.\nFor more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode466\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices