Who Called From 516-897-6379?
Short answer: 516-897-6379 is a number used by Medical Services Inc. (Medical Services Inc.), a medical debt collector based in Long Beach, NY — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1271409-dca on file, address of record in long beach, ny. They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often medical debt. 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 516-897-6379?
The number 516-897-6379 is used by Medical Services Inc. (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1271409-dca on file, address of record in long beach, ny), a medical debt collector in Long Beach, NY. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Medical Services Inc. guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 516-897-6379 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 516-897-6379 (area code 516, ending in 6379)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to Nassau County, New York.
- 🏢 Operator: Medical Services Inc., a medical debt collector in Long Beach, NY.
- 🔢 Related lines: Medical Services Inc. is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
516-897-6379 is a direct-dial number tied to Nassau County, New York, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Medical Services Inc. operates out of Long Beach, NY.
Some carriers display 516-897-6379 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Medical Services Inc..
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Medical Services Inc., M.s.i..
Why Is Medical Services Inc. Calling Me From 516-897-6379?
In our directory, 516-897-6379 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 1271409-dca on file, address of record in long beach, ny for Medical Services Inc., which typically collects medical debt, healthcare accounts. A call from 516-897-6379 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a medical debt, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Medical Services Inc. to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Medical Services Inc. is now dialing you from 516-897-6379 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 516-897-6379 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 516-897-6379 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Medical Services Inc. line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 516-897-6379 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Medical Services Inc. account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Medical Services Inc. prove the medical debt in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 516-897-6379 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Medical Services Inc. can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 516-897-6379
Anything you say to Medical Services Inc. can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 516-897-6379 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 Medical Services Inc..
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Medical Services 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 516-897-6379.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 516-897-6379. Any legitimate Medical Services 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 516-897-6379 caller. If it truly is your Medical Services Inc. account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 516-897-6379 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Medical Services Inc. line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 516-897-6379 as a contact labeled "Medical Services Inc. — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 516-897-6379 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Medical Services Inc. identify the original creditor behind the 516-897-6379 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Medical Services Inc. Calls From 516-897-6379
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 Medical Services 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 Medical Services 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 516-897-6379: 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 Medical Services 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, Medical Services Inc. generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Medical Services 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 516-897-6379
We investigate the specific Medical Services 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 Medical Services Inc. account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Medical Services 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.
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516-897-6379 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 516-897-6379?
516-897-6379 is a direct-dial line associated with Medical Services Inc. (also seen as Medical Services Inc.), a medical debt collector headquartered in Long Beach, NY. The number resolves to Nassau County, New York. If you received a call from 516-897-6379 — often showing the last four digits 6379 on your screen — it is very likely Medical Services Inc. attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often medical debt, healthcare accounts.
Is 516-897-6379 a scam number?
Medical Services Inc. is a real, registered company, and 516-897-6379 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Medical Services 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 516-897-6379?
You are not legally required to answer 516-897-6379 or call Medical Services 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, Medical Services Inc. must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Medical Services Inc. calling me about medical debt?
A call from 516-897-6379 usually means an original medical debt went unpaid and was placed with Medical Services 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 Medical Services Inc. from calling 516-897-6379?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Medical Services Inc. to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 516-897-6379 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Medical Services Inc. is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 516-897-6379 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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