Who Called From 516-437-0800?
Short answer: 516-437-0800 is a number used by Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC (Debt Recovery Solutions), a third-party collection agency based in Bronx, NY — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1114291-dca on file, address of record in syosset, ny. They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often consumer accounts. 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 516-437-0800?
The number 516-437-0800 is used by Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1114291-dca on file, address of record in syosset, ny), a third-party collection agency in Bronx, NY. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 516-437-0800 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 516-437-0800 (area code 516, ending in 0800)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the 516 area code.
- 🏢 Operator: Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC, a third-party collection agency in Bronx, NY.
- 🔢 Related lines: Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
516-437-0800 is a direct-dial number tied to the 516 area code, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC operates out of Bronx, NY.
Some carriers display 516-437-0800 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC.
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Debt Recovery Solutions.
Why Is Debt Recovery Solutions Calling Me From 516-437-0800?
In our directory, 516-437-0800 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1114291-dca on file, address of record in syosset, ny for Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC, which typically collects consumer accounts, retail debt. A call from 516-437-0800 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a consumer accounts, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC is now dialing you from 516-437-0800 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 516-437-0800 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 516-437-0800 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 516-437-0800 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC prove the consumer accounts in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 516-437-0800 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 516-437-0800
Anything you say to Debt Recovery Solutions can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 516-437-0800 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 Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC.
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC — 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 516-437-0800.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 516-437-0800. Any legitimate Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC 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 516-437-0800 caller. If it truly is your Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 516-437-0800 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 516-437-0800 as a contact labeled "Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 516-437-0800 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC identify the original creditor behind the 516-437-0800 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Debt Recovery Solutions Calls From 516-437-0800
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 Debt Recovery Solutions 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 Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC 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 516-437-0800: 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 Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC 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, Debt Recovery Solutions generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Debt Recovery Solutions 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 516-437-0800
We investigate the specific Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC 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 Debt Recovery Solutions account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC. 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.
516-437-0800 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 516-437-0800?
516-437-0800 is a direct-dial line associated with Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC (also seen as Debt Recovery Solutions), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Bronx, NY. The number resolves to the 516 area code. If you received a call from 516-437-0800 — often showing the last four digits 0800 on your screen — it is very likely Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often consumer accounts, retail debt.
Is 516-437-0800 a scam number?
Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC is a real, registered company, and 516-437-0800 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Debt Recovery Solutions, 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 516-437-0800?
You are not legally required to answer 516-437-0800 or call Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC 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, Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC calling me about consumer accounts?
A call from 516-437-0800 usually means an original consumer accounts went unpaid and was placed with Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC, 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 Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC from calling 516-437-0800?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 516-437-0800 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Debt Recovery Solutions, LLC is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 516-437-0800 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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