The number of debt-collection complaints is surging even though the mountain of overdue bills is shrinking.

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As a result, long-term care facilities may start to see an increase in the amount of unpaid bills and therefore may start to pursue collection more aggressively.

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Moreover, 45% of them have difficulty paying their medical bills, have been contacted by collection agencies for unpaid bills and have changed their lifestyles to pay their bills.

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He tried to leave with his collection of French impressionist paintings, but the authorities - knowing he may have some unpaid bills to settle - refused him permission.

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The taxpayer should also inform the IRS of any other financial obligations he has each month, such as medical bills, legal bills, or extraordinary debts, as these may be allowed in the discretion of the IRS collection employee working the case.

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