NJ Medical Bills & Estate: Responsibilities of Surviving Spouses

Yes, the surviving spouse is generally responsible for medical bills in NJ.

The surviving spouse is legally obligated to pay for the medical expenses of the deceased spouse. This includes any unpaid medical bills from before the spouse's death, as well as any medical bills incurred after the spouse's death.

However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, the surviving spouse may not be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased spouse if the spouse had a life insurance policy that covers the medical expenses. Additionally, the surviving spouse may not be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased spouse if the spouse was separated or divorced from the deceased spouse at the time of death.