Owe money to medical providers? Be careful. Even small medical bills can become major issues if they're ignored.

While the impact of medical debt on credit reports has gotten better, there are still consequences if you don't try and pay a debt you've verified you owe.

The medical billing process can be complicated. Follow this step-by-step process to ensure you do it correctly.

Medical debt doesn't just vanish, but are there time limits on this type of debt? Or does it linger indefinitely?