Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5004984
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5004984
Company: Medical Data Systems, INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt was result of identity theft
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30008
Date Received: 2021-12-13T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-12-13T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, GA XXXX I have a unverified unknown account from MEDICAL DATA SYSTEMS INC XXXX XXXX ( FRAUD ) Collection Third-Party CollectionAgency unable to validate debt. HIPPA LAW VIOLATION # XXXX, I am allowed under the HIPPA law [ HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 1996 ], to protect my privacy and medical records from third parties. I do not recall giving permission to release my medical information to a third party MEDICAL DATA SYSTEMS INC. I am aware that HIPPA does allow for limited information about me but anything more than to only is revealed with the patients ' authorization, therefore my request is twofold and as follows, Validation of Debt, and HIPPAauthorization. 1. Please provide a breakdown of fees including any collection costs and medical charges 2. Provide a copy of my signature with the provider of service to release my medical information to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5004984 about?
Complaint #5004984 was filed against Medical Data Systems, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-12-13T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Medical Data Systems, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
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How do I file a similar complaint?
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Can I see other complaints against Medical Data Systems, INC.?
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Disclaimer
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