Debt collection -- False statements or representation -- Complaint #6680814
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6680814
Company: United Collection Bureau, INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Medical debt
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-Issue: Attempted to collect wrong amount
State: Arizona
ZIP Code: 85365
Date Received: 2023-03-11T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-03-11T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Today on XX/XX/XXXX I received a letter from United Collections Bureau , INC. Address XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX. Account number : XXXX Reference number XXXX Contact number : XXXX They are stating I was unsuccessful in making a payment with XXXX XXXX XXXX. This debt was currently being debated with the hospital due to improper care and error made during a procedure that caused me physical harm. My patient advocate is XXXX XXXX. This creditor has taken a debt that the balance of the debt was only XXXX dollars and now has sent me a collection notice for XXXX. This is against the law according to Proposition 209, the predatory debt collection protection act.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6680814 about?
Complaint #6680814 was filed against United Collection Bureau, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about False statements or representation. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-03-11T12:00:00-05:00.
How did United Collection Bureau, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against United Collection Bureau, INC.?
Yes, visit the United Collection Bureau, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/united-collection-bureau-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.