Let me say it again just in case I wasn\u2019t clear enough:<\/strong> this is only a good option if you can pay back the money before that 0% expires.<\/p>\nWork Out a Payment Plan<\/h2>\n
So, as it turns out, most doctors\u2019 offices and hospitals would rather you pay back your bills a little at a time versus not at all. If you receive a medical bill and there\u2019s no way that you can pay the bill with their terms call and ask if you can set up a payment plan that you can actually manage.<\/p>\n
Most medical care providers are going to be fine doing this. If you\u2019re in a position where you\u2019re in over your head you need to call your medical providers and get things straightened out asap.<\/p>\n
You Can Try Crowdfunding<\/h2>\n
Crowdfunding is a system in which your peers can contribute money toward a specific cause. I\u2019ve seen crowdfunding work well when raising money for medical bills in some cases.<\/p>\n
If your family has been hit with a catastrophic amount of medical expenses you might consider setting up a page with GoFundMe to see if you can raise money to go toward your expenses. You\u2019ll then need your friends and family to share through social media to get the word out.<\/p>\n
Paying Off Your Medical Expenses<\/h2>\n
When it comes to paying off your medical bills the very first thing you should do is call your providers and ask about both, sliding scale fees based on income and repayment plans. From there you can try other methods of getting those bills paid off as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n
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