Who is Patient Accounts Bureau and why are they contacting me?

Patient Accounts Bureau is a licensed debt collection agency (also operating as Hollis Cobb Associates) that purchases or services overdue medical debts on behalf of healthcare providers or original creditors.

Is Patient Accounts Bureau legitimate or a scam?

They are a real and accredited collection agency with decades in business—but always validate the debt to ensure its accuracy and avoid potential scams.

Why does Patient Accounts Bureau keep calling me?

They are attempting to collect a debt on behalf of a medical provider or creditor, which is why you may receive frequent calls, letters, or credit reporting alerts.

How can Patient Accounts Bureau impact my credit score?

If they report a collection account to credit bureaus, it can significantly lower your credit score and remain on your report for up to seven years unless successfully disputed.

Can I dispute or validate the debt with Patient Accounts Bureau?

Yes. You have the right under the FDCPA to request verification of the debt in writing within 30 days—until they respond, they must pause collection efforts.

What counts as debt collection harassment by Patient Accounts Bureau?

Harassment can include repeated daily calls, threats, obscene language, calling outside 8 a.m.–9 p.m., contacting your employer improperly, or continuing to call after a cease-and-desist request.

How do I stop Patient Accounts Bureau from calling me?

Send a written cease-and-desist letter. After that, they may only contact you to acknowledge your request or to inform about legal actions.

Can Patient Accounts Bureau sue me or garnish my wages?

They could sue you if the debt is legally valid and still within your state’s statute of limitations—but they typically don't. A judgment could lead to garnishment, so respond promptly if sued.

What laws protect me from harassment by Patient Accounts Bureau?

The federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and state laws (such as California’s Rosenthal Act) protect against abusive collection practices and establish consumer rights.

Can I sue Patient Accounts Bureau for violating my rights?

Yes. If they violate FDCPA or similar laws, you may sue for statutory damages (up to $1,000), actual damages, plus attorney’s fees, typically within one year of the violation.

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Patient Account Bureau Debt Collection Harassment? Stop the Calls!

Is Patient Account Bureau (PAB) calling you? Stop Patient Account Bureau phone harassment. Do they threaten to take legal action or garnish your wages? Are they calling you at all hours or several times a day? Are they telling your family and neighbors that you owe a debt? If so what they are doing is illegal and needs to stop. You have the legal right to stop PAB phone harassment. If a collection agency violates the FDCPA, you may be eligible to receive up to $1000.00 in statutory damages, along with covering your attorney fees.

Is Patient Account Bureau a Scam?

According to the Better Business Bureau website, Patient Account Bureau has been in business for 42 years. Read more here: Patient Account Bureau Better Business Bureau.

Who is Patient Account Bureau?

Patient Accounts Bureau, Also known as Hollis Cobb Associates, is third party debt collector located in Norcross, Georgia.

Address: 3175 Satellite Blvd STE 400 Bldg 600 Duluth, GA 30096-9040

Phone: (678) 969-7800

Patient Account Bureau Collection Tactics

If Patient Account Bureau engages in any of the following tactics, you may have a case:

➡️ Using profanity or abusive language
➡️ Calling you before 8:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m.
➡️ Calling you multiple times per week
➡️ Talking to others about your debt
➡️ Calling your workplace
➡️ Threatening to sue you, harm you, or destroy your credit
➡️ Telling you or anyone else that you’ve committed a crime
➡️ Calling repeatedly for the wrong person
➡️ Failing to notify you of your right to dispute the debt
➡️ Trying to collect more than legally allowed

Patient Account Bureau Phone Numbers

Are you receiving any harassing phone calls from any of the following numbers?

☎️ 678-969-7840
☎️ 678-969-7800
☎️ 312-279-8300
☎️ 251-345-7000
☎️ 770-246-1216
☎️ (678) 969-7840
☎️ (678) 969-7800
☎️ (312) 279-8300
☎️ (251) 345-7000
☎️ (770) 246-1216
☎️ 6789697840
☎️ 6789697800
☎️ 3122798300
☎️ 2513457000
☎️ 7702461216

If the answer is yes, then you are receiving calls from a known PAB number. You may be a victim of PAB phone harassment. The list above is not all the numbers that PAB uses. The calls can be from different phone numbers and it still be Patient Account Bureau calling you. Contact our office right away so we can start the process to stop PAB from calling you illegally. Above all, no one should live with harassment!

Complaints Against the Patient Account Bureau

The following is a sample list of complaints filed against the Patient Account Bureau (Hollis Cobb Associates) in the past year and can be found on Pacer.gov.

📋 2:07-cv-00122-WCO Morgan v.
📋 1:08-cv-03050-CAM Fripps v.
📋 3:16-cv-00136-TCB McDowell v.
📋 3:16-cv-00137-TCB McDowell v.

About Us

Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC is a law firm that specializes in helping clients who are facing harassment from debt collectors in any form, including telephone communication. Rather than suffer alone, contact our office to begin the process to stop the Patient Account Bureau harassment. Our office has been assisting consumers since 2010. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

If you are interested in learning more about how to safeguard yourself and prevent harassment from Patient Account Bureau call us at (877)700-5790 for immediate assistance or visit our website.

Success Stories

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Common Questions

Is PAB a scam?

No, Patient Account Bureau has been in business for 42 years.

Can Patient Account Bureau garnish my wages?

Yes, PAB can garnish your wages on a Federal Student loan or if they obtain a judgment from the courts.

Can PAB sue me?

Yes, PAB can sue you so long as the debt is within the statute of limitations.

Can PAB report my debt to the collections bureaus?

Yes, Debt collectors are allowed to place the collection account on your credit report

Can PAB arrest me?

Debt collectors don’t have the authority to have you arrested for a debt. However, if you violate a court order, e.g. an order to appear in court, the judge can issue a warrant for your arrest. Depending on the laws in your state, you may be arrested for certain debts like unpaid child support or traffic tickets.

Attorney Derek DePetrillo

Attorney Derek DePetrillo graduated from the Massachusetts School of Law in 2007 and was admitted to practice law in the State of Massachusetts in 2007. Mr. DePetrillo is also licensed in many federal jurisdictions across the United States.

Mr. DePetrillo has been assisting consumers with consumer protection since 2010. Mr. DePetrillo’s main area of practice is under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Mr. DePetrillo has filed countless lawsuits and arbitration claims against debt collectors and banks. Mr. DePetrillo fights for the little people who have had their rights violated and need a helping hand to guide them through the stressful times of debt collection.