Who Called From 336-761-1524?
Short answer: 336-761-1524 is a number used by Computer Credit, Inc. (Computer Credit, Inc.), a medical debt collector based in Winston Salem, NC — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1247311-dca on file, address of record in winston salem, nc. They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often hospital bills. You are not required to answer or say anything — and you have the right to demand written proof before you pay a cent.
Whose Number Is 336-761-1524?
The number 336-761-1524 is used by Computer Credit, Inc. (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1247311-dca on file, address of record in winston salem, nc), a medical debt collector in Winston Salem, NC. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Computer Credit, Inc. guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 336-761-1524 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 336-761-1524 (area code 336, ending in 1524)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the 336 area code.
- 🏢 Operator: Computer Credit, Inc., a medical debt collector in Winston Salem, NC.
- 🔢 Related lines: Computer Credit, Inc. is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
336-761-1524 is a direct-dial number tied to the 336 area code, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Computer Credit, Inc. operates out of Winston Salem, NC.
Some carriers display 336-761-1524 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Computer Credit, Inc..
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Computer Credit, Inc..
Why Is Computer Credit, Inc. Calling Me From 336-761-1524?
In our directory, 336-761-1524 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1247311-dca on file, address of record in winston salem, nc for Computer Credit, Inc., which typically collects hospital bills, physician billing. A call from 336-761-1524 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a hospital bills, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Computer Credit, Inc. to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Computer Credit, Inc. is now dialing you from 336-761-1524 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 336-761-1524 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 336-761-1524 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Computer Credit, Inc. line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 336-761-1524 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Computer Credit, Inc. account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Computer Credit, Inc. prove the hospital bills in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 336-761-1524 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Computer Credit, Inc. can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 336-761-1524
Anything you say to Computer Credit, Inc. can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 336-761-1524 calls, saying "yes, that's mine" or apologizing can be treated as acknowledging the debt — which may reset the statute of limitations. Neither confirm nor deny until you've seen written validation from Computer Credit, Inc..
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Computer Credit, Inc. — even a small "good-faith" one — can restart the clock on an old debt and make it collectable again. Never authorize a payment over a call from 336-761-1524.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 336-761-1524. Any legitimate Computer Credit, Inc. resolution can be handled in writing after validation.
Don't confirm personal information
Avoid confirming your SSN, date of birth, employer, or address to the 336-761-1524 caller. If it truly is your Computer Credit, Inc. account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 336-761-1524 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Computer Credit, Inc. line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 336-761-1524 as a contact labeled "Computer Credit, Inc. — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 336-761-1524 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Computer Credit, Inc. identify the original creditor behind the 336-761-1524 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Computer Credit, Inc. Calls From 336-761-1524
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) give you real leverage. Here is the debt-validation playbook we use at Crowned Credit.
1. Demand Debt Validation (FDCPA §809)
Within 30 days of first contact, send Computer Credit, Inc. a written debt-validation letter. They must prove the debt is yours, the amount is right, and they have the legal authority to collect — or stop collecting.
2. Dispute With the Bureaus (FCRA §611)
If Computer Credit, Inc. reported a tradeline, dispute it with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. They have 30 days to investigate; unverifiable items must be corrected or deleted.
3. Log the Calls
Write down every call from 336-761-1524: date, time, and what was said. Repeated calls, calls at odd hours, or threats can be FDCPA violations — and leverage for you.
4. Send a Cease-and-Desist
You can demand in writing that Computer Credit, Inc. stop calling you entirely. The calls must stop, even though they may still report or pursue other legal steps.
5. Check the Statute of Limitations
Every state limits how long a collector can sue on a debt. If the debt is time-barred, Computer Credit, Inc. generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Computer Credit, Inc. from calling before 8am or after 9pm, threatening you, or lying about the debt. Each violation may entitle you to statutory damages.
How Crowned Credit Helps With Calls From 336-761-1524
We investigate the specific Computer Credit, Inc. account behind the calls, assert every applicable right, and work it with all three bureaus and the collector directly — no cookie-cutter form letters.
Review & Validate
We pull all three bureau reports, find every error tied to the Computer Credit, Inc. account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Computer Credit, Inc.. When they fail to investigate properly, we escalate to the CFPB and, where warranted, attorneys.
Track & Build
We monitor the outcome and coach you on rebuilding once inaccurate items are addressed. Results vary by profile.
Or call us directly at 336-310-0090. Results vary based on your individual credit profile.
336-761-1524 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 336-761-1524?
336-761-1524 is a direct-dial line associated with Computer Credit, Inc. (also seen as Computer Credit, Inc.), a medical debt collector headquartered in Winston Salem, NC. The number resolves to the 336 area code. If you received a call from 336-761-1524 — often showing the last four digits 1524 on your screen — it is very likely Computer Credit, Inc. attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often hospital bills, physician billing.
Is 336-761-1524 a scam number?
Computer Credit, Inc. is a real, registered company, and 336-761-1524 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Computer Credit, Inc., so the number showing on your screen is not proof of anything. Never give payment or personal information based on a phone call alone. Ask for the caller's name, company, and a written validation notice before you discuss any debt.
Do I have to answer or call back 336-761-1524?
You are not legally required to answer 336-761-1524 or call Computer Credit, Inc. back. In fact, it is usually smarter to say nothing on the phone and instead demand everything in writing. Under the FDCPA, once you send a written debt-validation request, Computer Credit, Inc. must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Computer Credit, Inc. calling me about hospital bills?
A call from 336-761-1524 usually means an original hospital bills went unpaid and was placed with Computer Credit, Inc., which dials this line to collect on the original creditor's behalf. The account may have aged or changed hands more than once, so demand the full paper trail before you accept the balance as accurate.
Can I stop Computer Credit, Inc. from calling 336-761-1524?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Computer Credit, Inc. to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 336-761-1524 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Computer Credit, Inc. is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 336-761-1524 until the debt is validated. Once you confirm the debt is yours, accurate, and still within your state's statute of limitations, you can consider a written pay-for-delete arrangement. Paying an unverified or time-barred debt can restart the clock and lock in a negative mark. Get a free assessment first.
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