Yes, Medical bills can absolutely be discharged in bankruptcy. With several important exceptions, all bills and money you owe can be discharged in bankruptcy. You can even cancel existing contracts. The most commonly faced exceptions to discharge are student loans (rarely dischargeable), certain taxes, and child support obligations.
Medical bills are considered unsecured debt, which means they can be discharged in bankruptcy.
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