$2.53M Esse Health Data Breach Settlement, Were Your Medical Records Exposed? Here Is How to Claim Your Payment Before August 4

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement notice and claim form documents from the Esse Health settlement administrator (Simpluris) on May 15, 2026. Last Updated: May 15, 2026

Esse Health Settlement is a healthcare data breach class action where eligible patients can receive approximately $50 in cash plus two years of free medical identity protection by filing a claim before August 4, 2026. The lawsuit accuses Esse Health of failing to protect patient records from a cyberattack that occurred in April 2025. The settlement is pending final approval in the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of St. Louis City, Missouri.

Esse Health Data Breach Settlement — Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$2,525,000
Claim Deadline	August 4, 2026
Who Qualifies	Anyone notified by Esse Health that their private information was potentially compromised in the April 2025 data breach
Payout Per Person	Approximately $50 pro rata cash — may be higher or lower depending on total claims filed
Proof Required	No — no documentation needed to claim the cash payment
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved — final approval hearing scheduled August 3, 2026
Administrator	Simpluris
Official Website	EsseHealthSettlement.com
Last Updated	May 15, 2026

Current Status of the Esse Health Settlement

• The settlement has received preliminary court approval. The final approval hearing is set for August 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time in Division 20, Carnahan Courthouse, 1114 Market Street, St. Louis, Missouri.
• The claim filing deadline is August 4, 2026 — one day after the hearing. Do not wait until the last week.
• The opt-out and objection deadline is July 5, 2026. If you want to preserve your right to sue Esse Health independently, you must opt out before that date.
• Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.

What Is the Esse Health Lawsuit About? Clausner et al. v. American Multispecialty Group, Inc. d/b/a Esse Health, Case No. 2622-CC00414

Esse Health — officially American Multispecialty Group, Inc. — is a multispecialty medical group based in Missouri. In late April 2025, the company detected unusual activity on its IT network and determined that an unauthorized party had gained access to patient records.

The data exposed during that cyberattack was deeply personal. It included patient names, addresses, dates of birth, health insurance information, Social Security numbers, medical record numbers, and certain health information. The specific data affected varied from patient to patient, but for many people this was some of the most sensitive information they have — the kind that makes them vulnerable to medical identity theft, insurance fraud, and financial harm.

The plaintiffs — eight class representatives including Martha Proffitt, Casten Clausner, Michael Garside, and others — filed suit arguing that Esse Health failed to implement adequate data security measures and left patients exposed. If you are an Esse Health patient who received a breach notification, this settlement is about your data and your right to compensation. You may also find it useful to review our broader guide on how healthcare data breach settlements work across different health systems to understand how courts handle these cases and what you can expect.

Who Qualifies for the Esse Health Data Breach Settlement?

The class definition from the court is straightforward. Here is how to know if you are included:

You may qualify if you:

• Were notified by Esse Health that your private information was potentially compromised in the April 2025 data breach
• Are a current or former Esse Health patient whose records were potentially exposed during the incident
• Received a postcard, email, or letter from Esse Health or the settlement administrator about this settlement

You do NOT qualify if you:

• Are a current officer, director, or employee of Esse Health or its related companies
• Are the judge assigned to this case or a member of that judge’s immediate family or staff

If you are unsure whether you are in the class, call the administrator toll-free at 1-(833) 386-6535 (24/7) or email [email protected].

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How Much Can You Get from the Esse Health Settlement?

The settlement fund is $2,525,000. Here is how it breaks down:

Cash Payment. You can claim a pro rata cash payment estimated at $50. The exact amount depends on how many people file — if fewer people claim, your payment goes up; if more file, it comes down. No documentation and no proof of harm are required to claim this payment.

Medical Identity Protection. Every class member automatically receives an enrollment code for two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete — a medical identity protection service that covers up to $1 million in medical identity theft insurance. It monitors for healthcare insurance ID exposure, medical record number exposure, and unauthorized Health Savings Account (HSA) spending. Enrollment codes have already been sent by email or postcard. If you did not receive yours, contact the administrator.

From the $2,525,000 fund, court-approved attorneys’ fees of up to $1,300,000 will be paid, along with service awards of $1,500 per class representative and administration costs. The remaining money is what gets divided among all claimants. Given that roughly half the fund goes to fees and expenses, filing promptly matters — a lower claims volume means a larger check for those who do file.

For context on how these types of data breach compensation payments compare to similar healthcare cases, see our roundup of MyChart data breach settlements and what patients have received.

Step-by-Step: How to File Your Esse Health Settlement Claim

Step 1 — Go to the official claim site. Visit EsseHealthSettlement.com or go directly to the online claim form at essehealthsettlement.com/form/claim. This is the fastest way to file.

Step 2 — Enter your personal details. Provide your first name, last name, mailing address, email address, and phone number. If you received a notice with a Login ID, have it ready.

Step 3 — Check the cash payment box. Check the box indicating you want to claim the one-time pro rata cash payment of approximately $50. No explanation or proof is required.

Step 4 — Select your payment method. Choose how you want to receive your money: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, a virtual prepaid card, or a physical check mailed to your address.

Step 5 — Sign and submit. Attest that your information is true and accurate, then submit your claim. If filing by mail, sign the paper form and postmark it by August 4, 2026.

Step 6 — Save your confirmation. Keep your confirmation number or screenshot your submission. You will need it if any issue arises with your claim.

Estimated time to complete: 5 minutes.

If you prefer not to file online, download the paper claim form at EsseHealthSettlement.com and mail it to: Esse Health Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, PO Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958

Important Dates — Esse Health Settlement Deadlines

Milestone	Date
Data Incident Occurred	April 2025
Settlement Preliminarily Approved	TBD — official order date not listed in public notice
Claims Period Opens	Already open as of publication
Claim Filing Deadline	August 4, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	July 5, 2026
Objection Deadline	July 5, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	August 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CT, Carnahan Courthouse, St. Louis, MO
Expected Payment Date	TBD — after final approval and resolution of any appeals

Frequently Asked Questions — Esse Health Settlement

Do I need a lawyer to file an Esse Health settlement claim?

No. Class counsel — Gary M. Klinger of Milberg PLLC, William B. Federman of Federman & Sherwood, and J. Gerard Stranch of Stranch Jennings & Garvey PLLC — already represents the entire class. Filing is free and takes about five minutes online at EsseHealthSettlement.com. You only need your own lawyer if you plan to object or pursue an individual claim.

Is the Esse Health settlement legitimate?

Yes. The settlement is pending in the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of St. Louis City, Missouri, under Case No. 2622-CC00414. The administrator is Simpluris, a court-appointed third party. The official settlement website is EsseHealthSettlement.com. You can also call 1-(833) 386-6535 toll-free, 24 hours a day, to verify your status.

When will I receive my payment?

No specific payment date has been set. Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval at the August 3, 2026 hearing and after any appeals are resolved. Appeals in data breach settlements like this one can add several months to the timeline.

What if I missed the claim deadline?

If you miss the August 4, 2026 deadline, you will not receive a cash payment. You will still be bound by the settlement’s release of claims against Esse Health unless you opted out before July 5, 2026. There are no extensions anticipated.

Will this settlement payment affect my taxes?

Settlement payments can have tax implications depending on your individual situation and the nature of the compensation received. This settlement specifically offers cash as compensation for privacy harm. Consult a tax professional if you have questions about how this income affects your return — AllAboutLawyer.com cannot provide tax advice.

How is the Esse Health breach different from other healthcare data settlements?

Most healthcare data breach settlements covered on this site involve tracking pixels on patient portals. The Esse Health case is a direct cyberattack — an unauthorized party broke into the network and accessed stored patient records in April 2025. That means your actual medical records, Social Security numbers, and health insurance information were potentially viewed or copied, which is why the settlement includes two years of medical identity theft protection on top of the cash payment.

What is CyEx Medical Shield Complete and do I need to enroll separately?

CyEx Medical Shield Complete is a medical identity protection service provided as a free benefit to all class members. Enrollment codes were sent by email or postcard. To activate your coverage, visit http://app.medicalshield.cyex.com/enrollment/activate/esse using your code. Your subscription will only become active after the court grants final approval. If you lost your enrollment code, contact the administrator at 1-(833) 386-6535.

Sources & References

• Official Long Form Settlement Notice: Clausner et al. v. American Multispecialty Group, Inc. d/b/a Esse Health, Case No. 2622-CC00414, 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of St. Louis City, Missouri — cw.simpluris.com/docs/public/downloads/ECC3/LONG_FORM_NOTICE
• Official Claim Form: cw.simpluris.com/docs/public/downloads/ECC3/CLAIM_FORM
• Official Settlement Website: EsseHealthSettlement.com

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.