2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Credico. Inc

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt

115
Debt Collection Complaints
96.6%
of All Complaints
99.2%
Timely Response
0%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Medical debt 62
Medical 27
Other debt 9
I do not know 9
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 7
Credit card 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.False statements or representation 22
2.Communication tactics 19
3.Written notification about debt 19
4.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 16
5.Attempts to collect debt not owed 14
6.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 12
7.Taking/threatening an illegal action 4
8.Disclosure verification of debt 4
9.Improper contact or sharing of info 3
10.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 2

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 119
Consumers who disputed the response 26.3%
Credit utilization context for debt-collection consumers

Most consumers facing collection complaints carry utilization in the Fair-Poor band. FICO bands per myFICO + Experian guidance.

Ideal (+0 to +10)0-10Healthy (~0 to -10)10-30Moderate (-10 to -30)30-50High (-30 to -50)50-75Very high (-50 to -70)75-100Maxed (-70 to -100+)100-12030%

FICO impact ranges synthesize myFICO + Experian + Equifax consumer-education materials. Individual results vary.

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2014 12
2015 10
2016 9
2017 19
2018 6
2019 9
2020 2
2021 9
2022 5
2023 10
2024 14
2025 13
2026 1

Complaints by State (Top 15)

South Dakota 76
North Dakota 11
Ohio 4
Illinois 3
Minnesota 3
Colorado 3
South Carolina 3
Wyoming 2
Louisiana 2
New Jersey 1
California 1
Virginia 1
Missouri 1
Florida 1
Oklahoma 1

Other Complaint Types

Debt or credit management - Debt settlement 2
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing 1
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 1
Your Rights with Debt Collectors

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects you from abusive, unfair, and deceptive collection practices.

  • Request written verification of any debt within 30 days of first contact
  • Dispute a debt if you believe it is incorrect or does not belong to you
  • Demand the collector stop contacting you (in writing)
  • File a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint

What the CFPB Record Shows for Credico. Inc

115 debt-collection complaints against Credico. Inc appear in the CFPB record - 96.6% of the 119 complaints filed about this entity. The 19 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Medical debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The single most-cited specific issue is "False statements or representation" - a useful starting point for understanding where the friction between this collector and consumers most frequently occurs.

Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 99.2% of forwarded complaints. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. Among resolved cases, 0% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. The response was formally disputed in 26.3% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.

How to read these numbers, and what to do if you're disputing a charge

Complaint volume alone does not prove wrongdoing, larger collection portfolios naturally produce more complaints, but the combination of timely-response rate, relief ratio, and dispute rate above gives a reasonable empirical picture of how this collector handles consumer interactions. Anyone in active dispute with this company should keep written records, use certified mail for verification requests (see your FDCPA rights above), and consider filing a CFPB complaint if standard resolution channels stall.

Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many debt collection complaints does Credico. Inc have?

Credico. Inc has 115 debt collection complaints filed with the CFPB, representing 96.6% of all complaints against this company.

Does Credico. Inc respond to complaints on time?

99.2% of the CFPB complaints against Credico. Inc get a response within the expected window. This is considered excellent.

Does Credico. Inc provide relief to consumers?

Of resolved complaints against Credico. Inc, 0% ended with consumer relief of some kind.

What type of debt does Credico. Inc primarily collect?

Credico. Inc primarily collects "Medical debt" based on CFPB complaint data. The full breakdown of debt types is shown above.

What rights do I have against Credico. Inc?

Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you can request written debt verification within 30 days, dispute debts you believe are incorrect, demand the collector stop contacting you in writing, and file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint.

In how many states is Credico. Inc active?

CFPB data shows consumer complaints against Credico. Inc from 19 states and territories.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Complaint Database · Q1 2026 Complaints filed against firms, not individuals. Data through March 2026.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.