In most cases the debts of the deceased, including hospital bills, are the responsibility of the estate. The estate, or its beneficiary should reimburse any valid debtors before giving any of the assets away. If the estate has been closed, there should be no further claims. Consult a probate attorney in your jurisdiction for help.
No - a person's debts die with them. The spouse of a deceased person is not responsible fofr their outstanding bills.
funeral expenses,, medical expenses and all other outstanding expenses which were not paid when the deceased person was still alive.
If the deceased person is your wife then I think you are responsible for her medical bills
No - the surviving spouse is not liable for the deceased person's bills !
Unless the survivor(s) signed some type of contract or agreement to be responsible for the deceased's medical bills, it is the deceased's ESTATE which is liable for the expense - NOT the survivors.HOWEVER: In reality, if the surviving spouse also happens to be the Executor of their deceased spouse's estate, they WILL, have to pay for whatever medical bills may be outstanding from the proceeds of the estate that they are administering.
The responsibility for paying medical bills for a deceased spouse typically falls to the estate of the deceased. If the estate has sufficient assets, those assets can be used to settle outstanding debts, including medical bills. If the estate lacks assets, family members are generally not personally responsible for these debts, unless they co-signed for the medical services or live in a community property state. It's advisable to consult with a legal expert to understand specific obligations and rights in such situations.
In Ohio, the estate must resolve all debts including Medical Bills. Insurance policy will affect what is required. Until that is done, the spouse cannot inherit anything.
In Massachusetts, a spouse is generally not personally responsible for the medical bills of a deceased spouse unless they had jointly agreed to the debt or if the medical expenses were incurred for the benefit of the spouse while they were alive. The deceased’s estate is typically responsible for settling any outstanding debts, including medical bills, using the assets of the estate. If the estate does not have sufficient assets, the bills may go unpaid, and the surviving spouse would not be liable. However, specific circumstances can vary, so it's advisable to consult with a legal professional for tailored advice.
In Oklahoma the estate will be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
In Oregon the estate will be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
In Indiana the estate will be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
The family usually keeps it to help take care of other outstanding bills that the deceased person left behind.