Long Island Plastic Surgical Group $2.6M Data Breach Settlement, Patients Can Claim Up to $5,000 Before May 18, 2026
If you were a patient at Long Island Plastic Surgical Group and received a breach notification letter, you may be owed up to $5,000 from a class action settlement. The claim deadline is May 18, 2026 — here’s exactly what you need to know.
What Is the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group $2.6M Data Breach Settlement?
Long Island Plastic Surgical Group agreed to pay $2.6 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to adequately protect patient personal information, resulting in a data breach in early January 2024. The company denies the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainty and costs of ongoing litigation.
The settlement received preliminary approval from the court on January 29, 2026 and covers all living individuals in the United States whose personal information was compromised in the data breach suffered by the practice on or around January 4, 2024.
What Happened in the LIPSG Data Breach?
Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, a network of 13 plastic surgery practices in New York, confirmed to the HHS Office for Civil Rights that the protected health information of 161,707 individuals was compromised in a hacking incident. External cybersecurity professionals confirmed a network intrusion occurred between January 4, 2024, and January 8, 2024, involving the exfiltration of a limited amount of patient data.
Notice was sent to identified settlement class members on February 27, 2026. If you received that notice, your information was confirmed compromised.
What Personal Data Was Exposed?
Impacted information may have included patients’ full names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, telephone numbers, driver’s license numbers, medical information and health insurance information, clinical photographs of patients, other protected health information, financial account information, and payment card information.
The inclusion of clinical photographs makes this breach particularly sensitive — this is medical data that cannot simply be changed like a password or credit card number.
Who Qualifies?
You qualify for the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group $2.6M data breach settlement if:
✅ You are a current or former LIPSG patient in the United States ✅ Your personal information was compromised in the January 2024 breach ✅ You received a data breach notification letter from Long Island Plastic Surgical Group
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How Much Can You Claim? (3 Options)
Option 1 — Documented Monetary Losses (Up to $5,000)
Class members who submit proof of documented monetary losses stemming from the data breach are eligible to receive a one-time cash payment of up to $5,000 from the settlement. Class members must submit third-party documentation, such as invoices or receipts, to receive compensation for unreimbursed losses related to fraud or identity theft.
Eligible expenses may include unreimbursed fraud losses, professional fees such as for attorneys or accountants, credit monitoring costs, and other related expenses.
Option 2 — Out-of-Pocket Expenses (Up to $1,000 + Lost Time)
Those filing a documented losses claim must provide supporting documentation, which may include receipts for services, credit card or bank statements showing unreimbursed fees or fraudulent charges, police reports, and any other proof of fraud or identity theft.
Option 3 — Pro-Rata Cash Payment (No Documentation Required)
If you have no documented losses, you can still file for a pro-rata cash payment from the remaining settlement fund. No receipts or proof are required — just a valid, timely claim form.
Official Settlement Website and How to File
🌐 Official Settlement Website: LIPSGSettlement.com
📅 Claim Deadline: May 18, 2026
All claimants must provide the unique ID and PIN from the settlement notice they received.
Step 1: Visit LIPSGSettlement.com Step 2: Enter your unique ID and PIN from your settlement notice Step 3: Select your payment option and upload supporting documents if applicable Step 4: Submit before May 18, 2026
Can’t find your notice? Contact the settlement administrator directly using the details below.
Settlement Administrator Contact
Baum et al. v. Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, P.C. Index No. 618453/2024 🌐 LIPSGSettlement.com
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Breach occurred | January 4–8, 2024 |
| Settlement preliminary approval | January 29, 2026 |
| Notices mailed to class members | February 27, 2026 |
| Claim deadline | May 18, 2026 |
| Final approval hearing | June 2, 2026 |
What Is LIPSG Doing to Improve Security?
As part of the settlement, LIPSG has agreed to implement enhanced data security procedures. The company will pay for these updates independently of the settlement fund — meaning security improvements come at no cost to class members and do not reduce your payout.
Why Is a Medical Data Breach More Serious Than a Typical Breach?
Unlike a stolen credit card number that can be cancelled, your medical records, Social Security number, and clinical photographs are permanent. Medical identity theft — where someone uses your information to fraudulently bill insurers or obtain prescriptions — can take years to detect and resolve.
If your information was exposed in the LIPSG breach, it’s worth enrolling in credit and medical data monitoring regardless of which payment option you choose, and monitoring your insurance Explanation of Benefits statements closely for any charges you don’t recognize.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to file?
No. The claim process runs entirely through LIPSGSettlement.com and is free to use.
What if I lost my settlement notice?
Visit LIPSGSettlement.com or contact the settlement administrator to retrieve your unique ID and PIN using your name and mailing address.
Do I need to prove I was harmed to file?
Not for the pro-rata cash option. For up to $5,000, you do need documentation of actual losses.
When will I be paid?
The settlement administrator will issue payments to approved claimants after it completes claim processing and the court grants final approval of the settlement. Based on the June 2, 2026 hearing, payments are expected in late summer 2026.
File Before May 18, 2026
The Long Island Plastic Surgical Group $2.6M data breach settlement offers meaningful compensation — up to $5,000 for documented identity theft or fraud victims, and a no-documentation cash option for everyone else. Don’t leave money on the table.
Visit LIPSGSettlement.com, use your notice ID and PIN, and file your claim before the May 18, 2026 deadline.
If you’ve been affected by other healthcare data breaches, see our full coverage of the Continuum Health Class Action Settlement — Up to $5,000 for 380,000 Patients With Exposed Social Security Numbers and Medical Records at allaboutlawyer.com.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always refer to the official settlement website LIPSGSettlement.com for the most current deadlines and eligibility requirements.
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