Medical Bills for 20-Year-Olds in NY: Parental Responsibility Explained

Generally, parents are not responsible for the medical bills of a 20-year-old in New York State if the 20-year-old is not a dependent. Under New York law, a dependent is defined as a person who is under the age of 19, or under the age of 23 and enrolled full-time in a degree-granting program at an accredited college, and who is supported by their parent. If the 20-year-old is not a dependent, they are considered an adult and are responsible for their bills.