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If certain state laws are voided, millions of consumers with unpaid medical debt could see negative marks appear — or reappear — on their credit reports.

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If you are confused about whether medical debt appears on credit reports, join the club. The truth is, even credit experts are struggling to keep up, as government edicts and judicial decisions bounce ...