SC H4149

Prohibits creditors and debt collectors from reporting consumer debt from South Carolina medical facilities to consumer reporting agencies

Prohibits consumer reporting agencies from including medical debt from South Carolina facilities on consumer credit reports

Applies to debt from hospitals, nursing facilities, medical offices, pharmacies, physical therapists, physician assistants, nurses, and home health care providers licensed in South Carolina

Protects only South Carolina residents ("consumers" defined as individuals residing in the state)

Takes effect upon approval by the Governor