2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc.

A federal complaint-record lookup, not a rating from us.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt

221
Debt Collection Complaints
82.8%
of All Complaints
100%
Timely Response
0.7%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Medical debt 100
I do not know 74
Medical 22
Other debt 14
Private student loan debt 3
Telecommunications debt 3
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 2
Credit card debt 1
Federal student loan 1
Federal student loan debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 72
2.Written notification about debt 66
3.Incorrect information on your report 25
4.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 24
5.False statements or representation 18
6.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 12
7.Disclosure verification of debt 10
8.Communication tactics 9
9.Improper use of your report 7
10.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 7

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 265
Closed with non-monetary relief 2
Consumers who disputed the response 12.9%
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
2013 3
2014 4
2015 7
2016 13
2017 20
2018 21
2019 13
2020 12
2021 17
2022 39
2023 21
2024 25
2025 43
2026 29

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Mississippi 180
Alabama 26
Texas 15
Georgia 11
Louisiana 5
Arkansas 5
Tennessee 4
Florida 3
California 2
Idaho 2
Michigan 2
Vermont 2
North Carolina 1
Oregon 1
Illinois 1

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 24
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 17
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report 1
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card 1
Student loan - Private student loan 1
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing 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 Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc.

The CFPB has logged 221 debt-collection complaints against Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc., 82.8% of the 267 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 18 states and territories have filed reports, putting this collection operation in multi-state territory 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 "Attempts to collect debt not owed" - 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 100% of forwarded complaints. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 0.7% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. The response was formally disputed in 12.9% 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 Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. have?

The CFPB has logged 221 debt-collection complaints against Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc., 82.8% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. has a 100% timely response rate. This is considered excellent.

Does Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

Of resolved complaints against Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc., 0.7% ended with consumer relief of some kind.

What type of debt does Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc.'s primary debt type is "Medical debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against Smith, Rouchon & Associates, 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 Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. active?

Smith, Rouchon & Associates, Inc. has received consumer complaints from 18 states and territories, based on CFPB data.

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.