Can your wages be garnished for unpaid medical bills?

Yes, in some cases your wages can be garnished for unpaid medical bills. This typically happens when you have failed to pay a medical debt, and the creditor has obtained a judgment against you. The creditor may then be able to garnish your wages, meaning that they can take a portion of your paycheck each pay period to satisfy the debt.

There are some exceptions to this rule. For example, your wages cannot be garnished if you have a pending medical bankruptcy case. You may also be able to get a court order to prevent your wages from being garnished if you can show that it would cause you financial hardship.

If your wages are being garnished for unpaid medical bills, you should speak to a lawyer to learn about your rights and options.