Pediatric Home Service Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit Settlement, $1,500 Available, Claim Deadline April 23, 2026

Pediatric Home Service reached a class action settlement after a November 2024 cyberattack exposed the personal and health information of 43,643 patients and families. Eligible class members—those who received data breach notification letters—can claim up to $1,500 for documented losses or a one-time $50 cash payment, plus free credit monitoring services. The claim deadline is April 23, 2026, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for May 8, 2026.

What Happened in the Pediatric Home Service Data Breach

Pediatric Home Respiratory Services LLC, doing business as Pediatric Home Service, discovered unauthorized access to its computer systems in November 2024. Hackers accessed files containing highly sensitive information stored by the Minnesota-based pediatric healthcare provider, which serves children with complex medical conditions across the Midwest, Florida, and Texas.

The compromised data included names, home addresses, Social Security numbers, medical records and diagnoses, and health insurance information. This type of breach creates significant identity theft and medical fraud risks, particularly for vulnerable pediatric populations whose stolen information can be exploited for years.

Parents who trusted Pediatric Home Service to protect their children’s most sensitive health data now face the burden of monitoring credit, watching for medical identity theft, and protecting minors who can’t yet advocate for themselves.

Who Was Affected and How to Know

You’re a class member if you received a data breach notification letter from Pediatric Home Service stating your or your child’s private information was compromised in the November 2024 incident. The settlement covers approximately 43,643 individuals across the United States.

Parents or legal guardians can file claims on behalf of minor children who were patients. Check your mail for official breach notification letters sent in early 2025. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, contact the Settlement Administrator at (833) 647-9048 or [email protected] with your information.

The Class Action Lawsuit and Settlement Details

Two class representatives, Brent Tschakert and Ashley Pfeiffer, filed consolidated lawsuits in Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota (Case No. 62-CV-25-2838). They alleged Pediatric Home Service failed to implement adequate cybersecurity measures to protect patient data, resulting in the November 2024 breach.

Pediatric Home Service denied all wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid prolonged litigation costs and uncertainty. The settlement provides monetary compensation and credit monitoring services to affected patients and families without any admission of liability by the company.

Jeff Ostrow of Kopelowitz Ostrow P.A. and Philip J. Krzeski of Chestnut Cambronne PA serve as Class Counsel. They will request up to $240,000 in attorneys’ fees and $1,500 service awards for each class representative, all paid by Pediatric Home Service separately from class member benefits.

What Compensation Can You Claim

Class members can choose one credit monitoring option and one cash payment option. The three credit monitoring choices include CyEx Medical Shield Complete (one year with $1 million medical identity theft insurance), CyEx Identity Defense Total (one year with $1 million identity theft insurance and credit monitoring), or CyEx Minor Defense Pro (for minors, featuring identity monitoring and dark web scanning).

For cash compensation, you can select Cash Payment A for up to $1,500 in documented losses. Eligible expenses include identity theft or fraud losses, credit monitoring fees, costs to freeze or unfreeze credit, replacement ID expenses, and postage for bank communications. You need receipts or documentation proving losses occurred between November 1, 2024, and April 23, 2026, and were caused by the breach.

Alternatively, choose Cash Payment B for a one-time $50 payment requiring no documentation or proof. This option works for class members who experienced harm but don’t have receipts for specific losses. Similar data breach class action lawsuits like MHCC have provided comparable compensation structures.

How to File Your Claim Before the Deadline

File your claim online at www.PHSDataSettlement.com before April 23, 2026. The online submission is fastest and provides immediate confirmation. Alternatively, download a printable claim form from the website and mail it to Pediatric Home Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799. Mailed claims must be postmarked by April 23, 2026.

For Cash Payment A (documented losses), include receipts, bank statements, credit reports, or other proof showing your expenses. For Cash Payment B ($50 alternate payment), no documentation is required—simply complete the claim form. Understanding how class action settlements work helps maximize your compensation.

Important Settlement Deadlines

The opt-out deadline is April 8, 2026. Submit written exclusion requests to the Settlement Administrator to remove yourself from the class and preserve your right to sue independently. The objection deadline is also April 8, 2026. File objections with the court if you disagree with settlement terms but want to remain in the class.

The final approval hearing is May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time via Zoom (Meeting ID: 161 199 1203, Passcode: 358966). The court will decide whether to approve the settlement. Settlement benefits will be distributed after final approval and any appeals are resolved.

Steps to Protect Yourself After the Breach

If your child’s information was exposed, place fraud alerts on credit bureaus by contacting Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion. Consider freezing your child’s credit to prevent unauthorized accounts. Monitor Explanation of Benefits statements from health insurers for unfamiliar medical services that could indicate medical identity theft.

Enroll in the settlement’s credit monitoring services regardless of which cash payment option you choose. These services provide early warning of suspicious activity and include fraud resolution assistance. Keep copies of all breach notification letters and settlement correspondence.

Watch for phishing attempts referencing Pediatric Home Service or your child’s medical treatment. Scammers exploit data breaches by sending fake emails demanding payment or requesting additional information. Only contact the Settlement Administrator through official channels listed at www.PHSDataSettlement.com.

Last Updated: February 7, 2026

Disclaimer: This article provides general information about the Pediatric Home Service data breach class action settlement and is not legal advice. For specific guidance about your eligibility or claim, consult a qualified attorney.

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