What to do if I received a medical bill for my deceased mother after her estate was closed?
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What to do if I received a medical bill for my deceased mother after her estate was closed?
My mother died 3 months ago; she had MassHealth. She had no money, or property, only what MassHealth allowed. Everything has been settled. I just received a medical bill for eye care services from 7 months ago.Am I required to pay this bill?
Asked on September 22, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. You state here that there was an estate proceeding done with regard to your Mother and her assets. Each state has a requirement in the administration of the estate by the Executor or Personal Representative (which ever type of fiduciary is appointed) give notice to creditors or potential creditors of the estate. Once notice is given, and the statutory time frame to make a claim has passed, the creditors are precluded from trying to make a claim against the estate. Please check to make sure that you complied with Massachusetts law on the matter. If you did advise the creditor that the time to file a claim has passed and that the estate is closed. Good luck.
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