Catholic Health System MyChart Settlement 2026, Eligibility & How to File
A class action settlement has been reached in J.C. v. Catholic Health System, Inc., a lawsuit alleging that Catholic Health System (CHS) shared patients’ personal information from its MyChart patient portal and other digital services with third parties without authorization. The settlement offers eligible patients cash payments and privacy benefits, and the deadline to submit a claim is April 10, 2026.
Quick Facts
- Settlement Case: J.C. v. Catholic Health System, Inc., Index No. 811986/2025, Supreme Court of the State of New York, Erie County.
- Defendant: Catholic Health System, Inc.
- Alleged Harm: Improper disclosure of personal data from MyChart and related systems to third parties without patient consent.
- Settlement Benefits: Up to $20 cash payment for Subclass 1; 12 months of privacy monitoring for Subclass 2.
- Claim Deadline: April 10, 2026.
- Final Approval Hearing: April 23, 2026.
- Official Settlement Website: CatholicHealthSettlement.com (authorized by court).
Current Status & What Happens Next
The settlement was preliminarily approved by a New York state court and remains subject to final approval. The judge will hold a Final Approval Hearing on April 23, 2026; if approved and after any appeals are resolved, the settlement administrator will begin processing valid claims and distributing benefits.
To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by April 10, 2026 — online or postmarked by that date.
What the Lawsuit Alleges
Plaintiffs in J.C. v. Catholic Health System, Inc. allege that CHS’s use of third‑party tracking technologies on its websites and MyChart portal resulted in the unauthorized disclosure of patients’ personal data — including health‑related information — to companies like Meta (formerly Facebook) and others. The lawsuit claims this disclosure did not comply with applicable privacy laws or patients’ expectations of confidentiality.
CHS denies any wrongdoing or liability but agreed to the settlement to resolve these claims without further litigation.
Who Could Be Included (Class Definition)
There are two groups in the settlement:
1. Settlement Subclass 1:
- Individuals who logged into CHS’s MyChart patient portal between January 1, 2020, and December 11, 2025.
2. Settlement Subclass 2:
- Current or former CHS patients who sought or received treatment between January 1, 2020, and December 11, 2025, even if they did not log into MyChart.
Certain people are excluded, including CHS officers, directors, affiliates, and those who timely opt out of the settlement.
Settlement Benefits
Cash Payment (Subclass 1)
If you are in Subclass 1, you may submit a claim for a one‑time cash payment of up to $20. You may choose to receive this payment via electronic payment (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, etc.) or by check.
Privacy Monitoring (Subclass 2)
If you are in Subclass 2 (patients treated during the class period), you may opt to enroll in a 12‑month premium privacy monitoring service (Dashlane Premium), which includes features such as a VPN, private search engine, password manager, and automatic personal data removal requests.
How to File a Claim
To submit a claim for the Catholic Health System MyChart Settlement:
- Visit the official settlement website: https://www.CatholicHealthSettlement.com.
- Complete the online claim form before April 10, 2026.
- If you received a mailed notice, use the unique Class Member ID provided.
- Alternatively, download the PDF claim form from the site and mail it to the settlement administrator — it must be postmarked by April 10, 2026.
The official administrator handling the settlement is Kroll Settlement Administration LLC. Information and contact details are available on the official website.
Important Deadlines
- Exclusion (Opt‑Out) Deadline: March 11, 2026 — If you want to remove yourself from the settlement and retain the right to sue separately, your request must be postmarked by this date.
- Objection Deadline: March 11, 2026 — If you want to object to the terms of the settlement, objections must be mailed by this date.
- Claim Deadline: April 10, 2026 — All claim forms must be submitted online or postmarked by this date to receive benefits.
- Final Approval Hearing: April 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET — Court will decide whether to approve the settlement.
What This Settlement Means for Patients
This settlement provides modest compensation and privacy protection benefits for qualifying patients who had data shared — or who received treatment — during the covered period. It resolves claims without any finding of liability. Eligibility depends on the specific date ranges and whether you meet the subclass definitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Catholic Health System MyChart settlement?
It is a class action settlement resolving claims that CHS disclosed patient data to third parties without consent; eligible patients may receive cash or privacy monitoring benefits.
Who can file a claim?
Current or former CHS MyChart users from Jan 1, 2020–Dec 11, 2025 (Subclass 1) and patients treated in the same period (Subclass 2).
What is the claim deadline?
All claims must be submitted online or postmarked by April 10, 2026.
How much money will I receive?
Subclass 1 claimants can claim up to $20; privacy monitoring is available for Subclass 2 members. Final payout amounts depend on valid claims filed.
Do I need proof of harm?
No. You do not need to prove identity theft or financial loss to file a claim.
What happens at the final approval hearing?
The court will decide whether to approve the settlement on April 23, 2026. If approved and any appeals are resolved, claimants will receive benefits.
Can I exclude myself from the settlement?
Yes — if you submit a valid opt‑out request postmarked by March 11, 2026.
Last Updated: March 2, 2026
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