[Effective January 1, 2025.] As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings: (1) 'Consumer' shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3. (2) 'Consumer reporting agency' shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3. (3) 'Debt collector' shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3. (4) 'Medical debt' means an obligation of a consumer to pay an amount for the receipt of healthcare services as defined by § 27-81-3, products, or devices, owed to a healthcare facility or a healthcare professional as defined by § 27-81-3. History of Section.P.L. 2024, ch. 224, § 1, effective January 1, 2025; P.L. 2024, ch. 225, § 1, effective January 1, 2025.
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