Expecting New Expense for Medical Device

[lillymarlene]

Hi,

I suppose I will have to ask my attorney, but I just wanted to run this by everybody here. I recently found out (well actually 2 yrs ago, but I couldn't afford them) that I need two hearing aids. Of course they are very expensive, probably at least around $1,600 for a pair. I may be able to get a payment plan, but if I do:

1. Is this something I have to ask my lawyer, who then would probably have to ask my trustee?

2. If I ask my attorney, does that usually mean I automatically have to pay him for asking a question? (I know I was "covered" up through the 341, but according to some of my paperwork, it looks like anything else he would have to do, is extra $$.)

3. Then, also I am not "confirmed" on this plan yet. My "last date for amended creditors to file a claim" was March 16. Would it be better to hold off until my plan is confirmed?

Thanks in advance.

[newbie2]

Pick up the phone and call your attorney and advise him about this new health expense. If you have something in writing about a payment plan, give that to him. It would probably be easiest to amend your plan before confirmation, but you can always do it afterwards. Don't worry about the added fee from your attorney. He/she will send it to the trustee and they will be paid out of your plan. Good luck to you!

[lillymarlene]

Thanks. Sounds like a good idea. I'll probably call and or make an appointment with the place that fits them, and see if they'll put a "proposed" payment plan in writing.