FMS Inc.
Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.
Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
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Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
Other Complaint Types
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 FMS Inc.
The CFPB has logged 139 debt-collection complaints against FMS Inc., 89.7% of the 155 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 35 states and territories have filed reports, putting this collection operation in multi-state territory by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Medical debt" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. The specific issue named most is "Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.
Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 98.1% of forwarded complaints. That figure meets the industry benchmark and indicates an intake process that 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. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 16.7% of resolved cases, signalling how often the initial resolution failed to satisfy the complainant.
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 FMS Inc. have?
FMS Inc. has 139 debt collection complaints filed with the CFPB, representing 89.7% of all complaints against this company.
Does FMS Inc. respond to complaints on time?
98.1% of the CFPB complaints against FMS Inc. get a response within the expected window. This is considered excellent.
Does FMS Inc. provide relief to consumers?
Of resolved complaints against FMS Inc., 0% ended with consumer relief of some kind.
What type of debt does FMS Inc. primarily collect?
FMS 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 FMS 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 FMS Inc. active?
Consumers in 35 states and territories have filed CFPB complaints against FMS Inc..
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.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.