Connecticut erases medical debt for 97,000 residents

Summary

Connecticut's partnership with nonprofit Undue Medical Debt is canceling medical debt for approximately 97,000 residents in the fourth round of relief. The program, funded by $6.5 million in state investment, targets people whose medical debt exceeds 5% of their annual income, removing a barrier that often prevents people from seeking necessary care.

Quick Facts

• 250,000 people total have received help through the program since Connecticut joined two years ago
• Undue Medical Debt purchases past-due medical debt in bulk at steep discounts, often pennies on the dollar
• Eligible residents receive notification by mail with no application required

Why It Matters

Medical debt forgiveness enables people to access healthcare without financial hardship.