Natera Prenatal Screening Class Action, $8.25M Settlement and How to Submit Your Claim
Natera agreed to pay $8.25 million to settle claims it misled customers about the accuracy of its prenatal screening tests. A federal judge approved the settlement in August 2025, resolving litigation alleging Natera deceptively advertised its Panorama and Vasistera prenatal tests.
If you paid out of pocket for these tests, you have until March 23, 2026 to file a claim and get money back.
Here’s what you need to know about the settlement and how to submit your claim.
What’s the Natera Lawsuit About?
The class action accused Natera of overstating how accurate its noninvasive prenatal tests (NIPTs) were at detecting rare genetic conditions.
According to the lawsuit filed in February 2024 in California federal court, a January 2022 investigation by the New York Times found that positive test results for some rare genetic conditions were incorrect more than 85% of the time.
The tests—marketed under the names Panorama and Vasistera—are supposed to screen for chromosomal disorders during pregnancy. Unlike invasive procedures like amniocentesis, NIPTs only require a blood sample and can be done early in pregnancy.
But the lawsuit claimed Natera marketed these tests as highly accurate without properly disclosing their limitations, especially for rare conditions.
Why This Matters for Expecting Parents
False positives have real consequences.
When a prenatal test comes back positive for a serious genetic disorder, parents face agonizing decisions. They may undergo additional invasive testing like amniocentesis. They may consult with genetic counselors and high-risk pregnancy specialists. Some may even consider terminating the pregnancy based on inaccurate results.
The lawsuit states that false positives “cause stress and anxiety about the health of their baby” and that “the pregnant woman will also likely be subjected to invasive diagnostic testing, genetic counseling and consultations regarding high-risk pregnancies.”
The mental and emotional toll—not to mention the medical costs—can be devastating when the test results turn out to be wrong.
What Legal Claims Were Made?
The lawsuit alleged Natera violated consumer protection and implied warranty laws in connection with the marketing and sale of its noninvasive prenatal screening tests.
Specifically, plaintiffs claimed Natera failed to disclose material information about the tests’ reliability and accuracy. While Natera marketed Panorama as “the most accurate NIPT commercially available,” the complaint argued the company knew the tests produced high rates of false positives for certain rare conditions.
The legal claims included violations of California’s Unfair Competition Law, the California Consumer Legal Remedies Act, and breach of implied warranty.
Natera denied all allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of continued litigation.
Who Qualifies for the Settlement?
You’re eligible if you paid any portion out of pocket—including copay, co-insurance, or deductible—for a Natera noninvasive prenatal screening test under the brand names Panorama or Vasistera, and you lived in the United States at the time of payment.
The qualifying dates vary by state:
- Ohio: February 17, 2016 – August 7, 2025
- New Jersey: May 5, 2016 – August 7, 2025
- Florida: February 24, 2017 – August 7, 2025
- New York & Illinois: April 27, 2017 – August 7, 2025
- All other states: February 17, 2018 – August 7, 2025
Important: If your insurance or another third party paid the entire cost of the test, you’re not eligible for the settlement.
This is similar to other healthcare class actions like durable healthcare where compensation is limited to consumers who paid out-of-pocket costs.
How Much Can You Get?
The settlement offers two payment options:
Option 1 (No Proof Required): You can receive up to $30 per test without submitting documentation.
Option 2 (With Proof): If you spent more than $300 out of pocket and have receipts, invoices, or insurance billing records, you can receive up to 10% of what you paid.
The exact payment amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed and what’s left in the $8.25 million settlement fund after attorney fees and administrative costs are deducted.
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What’s the Deadline to File a Claim?
Class members must submit their claims online, postmark them, or email them by March 23, 2026.
This deadline is firm. If you miss it, you can’t get compensation from the settlement.
A final approval hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2026. After that, if the settlement is approved and no appeals are filed, payments will be distributed later in 2026.
How to Submit Your Claim
Filing is straightforward. Here’s what to do:
Step 1: Go to the official settlement website at www.NateraNIPTSettlement.com
Step 2: Choose whether you’re filing with or without proof of purchase.
Step 3: If you received a settlement notice in the mail, enter your unique ID and PIN. If not, you can still file a claim by providing your information.
Step 4: For proof-of-purchase claims, upload documentation showing:
- The date of purchase
- The dollar amount you paid out of pocket
- That it was for a Natera Panorama or Vasistera test
Acceptable documentation includes receipts, invoices, pharmacy records, or insurance billing statements.
Step 5: Submit your claim online, or mail it to: In re Natera Prenatal Testing Litigation Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 25224 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958
You can also email claims to [email protected] or call 1-844-496-0872 with questions.
What Changes Is Natera Making?
Beyond the monetary settlement, Natera agreed to update its website with clearer disclaimers about the limitations of its tests.
This includes emphasizing that positive NIPT results should be confirmed with diagnostic testing like amniocentesis before making medical decisions.
These disclosure improvements are meant to prevent future customers from being misled about what the tests can and cannot reliably detect.
Similar disclosure requirements have been common in consumer protection claims where companies must improve transparency about product limitations.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don’t wait until the last minute to file. The March 23, 2026 deadline is approaching fast.
Don’t throw away receipts or billing statements. If you want to claim more than $30, you’ll need documentation of what you paid.
Don’t fall for scam websites. The only legitimate settlement website is www.NateraNIPTSettlement.com. Any other site claiming to process Natera claims is fraudulent.
Don’t assume you qualify if insurance paid for everything. The settlement is only for people who paid out-of-pocket costs.
What If You Want to Opt Out?
Submitting a claim means you give up your right to sue Natera separately for the claims covered by this settlement.
If you want to keep your right to sue independently, you can opt out of the settlement. But you won’t receive any money from the $8.25 million fund.
Most people choose to stay in the settlement and file a claim rather than pursuing individual lawsuits.
What Happens Next?
The court will hold a final approval hearing on April 23, 2026 to decide whether the settlement is fair and should be approved.
If approved and no appeals are filed, the settlement administrator will begin processing claims and issuing payments later in 2026.
You can track the status of your claim on the settlement website or by contacting the administrator at 1-844-496-0872.
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Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
If you paid out of pocket for a Natera Panorama or Vasistera prenatal test, don’t miss the March 23, 2026 deadline. File your claim now to receive your share of the $8.25 million settlement.
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