MyChart Lawsuit Settlement, How to Claim Your Payment – When You’ll Get Paid & Amounts Revealed
CLAIM DEADLINE ALERT: Three major MyChart settlements are paying patients now. BJC HealthCare’s October 8 deadline has passed, with final approval granted October 16 and payments expected by December 2025. Mount Sinai’s October 14 deadline passed, with final approval scheduled November 3 and payments expected January 2026. SSM Health’s deadline is November 25, 2025—still open for claims with $31.50 payments expected in early 2026.
What Are the MyChart Lawsuits About?
Multiple healthcare systems face class action lawsuits alleging they illegally shared patient data from MyChart portals with Facebook, Google, and other tech companies without consent. The lawsuits claim healthcare providers embedded Meta Pixel and other tracking technologies that transmitted personal health information—including appointments, medications, diagnoses, and patient identities—to third parties for advertising purposes.
At least seven healthcare systems have reached settlements totaling over $30 million combined.
Current MyChart Settlement Status: Where’s My Money?
BJC HealthCare Settlement – Payments Coming December 2025
Claim Deadline: October 8, 2025 (CLOSED) Final Approval: October 16, 2025 (APPROVED) Payment Amount: $35 per person (may vary based on claims filed) Settlement Fund: $5.5 million (can increase to $9.25 million) When You’ll Get Paid: Approximately 60 days after final approval – expected December 2025
Payments are expected about 61 days after the court grants final approval, meaning BJC claimants should receive checks or direct deposits in mid-to-late December 2025.
Mount Sinai Settlement – Payments Coming January 2026
Claim Deadline: October 14, 2025 (CLOSED) Final Approval Hearing: November 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM ET Payment Amount: Pro-rata share of $5,256,588 (estimated $30-85 per person) Estimated Class Size: 1,314,147 patients When You’ll Get Paid: Approximately 90 days after final approval – expected January-February 2026
The settlement administrator will distribute payments approximately 91 days after the court grants final approval of the settlement and resolves any appeals.
SSM Health Settlement – STILL ACCEPTING CLAIMS
Claim Deadline: November 25, 2025 (STILL OPEN) Final Approval Hearing: November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM Payment Amount: $31.50 cash payment PLUS one year of CyEx Privacy Shield Pro When You’ll Get Paid: Approximately 30 days after it processes claims – expected early 2026
This is your last chance to claim! SSM Health is the only major MyChart settlement still accepting claims.
Who Qualifies for MyChart Settlements?
BJC HealthCare (Deadline Passed)
- Used BJC’s MyChart portal between June 2017 and August 2022
- Includes Barnes-Jewish Hospital and other BJC facilities in Missouri and Illinois
Mount Sinai (Deadline Passed)
- Logged into MyChart at mychart.mountsinai.org between October 27, 2020 and October 27, 2023
- New York patients only
SSM Health (STILL OPEN – File by Nov 25)
- Logged into SSM Health MyChart portal between July 6, 2020 and February 10, 2023
- Patients in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin
How to File an SSM Health MyChart Claim (Before November 25)
Online Filing (Fastest Method):
- Visit SSMHealthDataSettlement.com
- Click “File a Claim”
- Enter your Unique ID and PIN from your settlement notice
- Complete the claim form with your information
- Choose payment method (electronic payment arrives faster)
- Submit by November 25, 2025
By Mail:
- Download PDF claim form from SSMHealthDataSettlement.com
- Complete all required fields
- Mail to: SSM Health Settlement Administrator (address on form)
- Must be postmarked by November 25, 2025
What Data Was Shared Without Consent?
According to the lawsuits, MyChart tracking pixels transmitted to Facebook and Google:
- Patient names and email addresses
- Appointment dates, times, and locations
- Doctor names and specialties
- Medications and dosages
- Allergy information
- COVID-19 vaccination status
- Lab test results
- Communications between patients and providers
- IP addresses and device information
In one documented case at Novant Health, clicking a single button prompted the Meta Pixel to tell Facebook the name and dosage of a medication in the patient’s health record, plus notes entered about prescriptions and responses to questions about sexual orientation.
Payment Amounts: How Much Will I Get?
BJC HealthCare
Base Amount: $35 per valid claim May increase if: Fewer people claim (settlement can reach $9.25 million) May decrease if: Total claims exceed available funds after legal fees
Mount Sinai
Estimated Range: $30-85 per person Depends on: Total number of valid claims from 1.3+ million eligible patients Calculation: Pro-rata distribution of remaining settlement fund
SSM Health
Fixed Amount: $31.50 cash payment Plus: One year of CyEx Privacy Shield Pro (includes dark web monitoring, VPN, data broker opt-out, digital vault)
When Will I Actually Get My Money?
BJC HealthCare Timeline
- Final approval: October 16, 2025 ✓
- Appeals window: 60 days
- Payment distribution: December 2025 (if no appeals)
- Check validity: 180 days from issue date
Mount Sinai Timeline
- Final approval hearing: November 3, 2025
- Appeals window: 60-90 days
- Payment distribution: January-February 2026 (if no appeals)
- Processing time: 90 days after final approval
SSM Health Timeline
- Claims close: November 25, 2025
- Final approval hearing: November 21, 2025
- Payment distribution: Early 2026 (30 days after claim processing)
Important: Settlement payments will begin to be distributed to class members only after final approval has been granted and any appeals have been resolved. Appeals can delay payments by several months.
What If I Missed the Deadline?
BJC HealthCare and Mount Sinai (Deadlines Passed)
If you missed these October deadlines, you cannot file a claim and will receive no payment. However, you’re still bound by the settlement terms, meaning you cannot sue these healthcare systems for the same privacy violations.
The only exception: If you opted out before the deadline, you preserved your right to file an individual lawsuit.
SSM Health (Open Until November 25)
You still have time! File your claim before November 25, 2025 at SSMHealthDataSettlement.com.
Other MyChart Settlements Still Available
Loyola University Medical Center (Deadline Passed)
- Claim Deadline: August 5, 2025 (CLOSED)
- Final Approval: September 17, 2025
- Settlement Fund: $2,665,264
- Eligibility: Accessed LUMC MyChart between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2022
Henry Ford Health (Deadline Passed)
- Patients eligible for up to $15 cash payments
- MyChart accounts between January 1, 2020 and December 31, 2023
How to Track Your Payment Status
BJC HealthCare
- Visit BJCPrivacySettlement.com
- Call: 1-888-438-8534
- Email: [email protected]
Mount Sinai
- Visit MountSinaiSettlement.com
- Call: (833) 890-5910
- Email settlement administrator through website
SSM Health
- Visit SSMHealthDataSettlement.com
- Check claim status with your unique ID
What the Lawsuits Allege
BJC HealthCare Claims
Plaintiffs contend that through these web properties, Defendant caused the unauthorized transmission of personally identifiable patient data and redirection of the communications to Facebook, Google, SiteScout, Invoca, and TradeDesk without patient knowledge or consent between June 2017 and August 2022.
Mount Sinai Claims
Through the Litigation, the named plaintiffs alleged that their personal health information was collected and shared with Facebook through Mount Sinai’s implementation of the Facebook Pixel and Conversions Application Programming Interface (CAPI) on its Website and Patient Portal.
Mount Sinai denies sharing any medical information but agreed to settle to avoid litigation costs.
SSM Health Claims
The lawsuit alleged that SSM Health added Meta Pixel and other third-party tracking technologies on its MyChart patient portal, which collected and transmitted protected health information to third-party tracking vendors, including their status as patients, their physicians, health conditions, treatments, facilities visited, and other sensitive data, without their knowledge or consent.
Legal Basis for the Lawsuits
The MyChart lawsuits allege violations of:
Federal Laws:
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Wiretap Act violations
- Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
State Laws:
- Invasion of privacy – intrusion upon seclusion
- Breach of implied contract
- Breach of fiduciary duty
- Unjust enrichment
- State consumer fraud and deceptive practices acts
Why Healthcare Systems Used Meta Pixel
According to lawsuits, healthcare providers benefited financially from Meta Pixel usage by gaining the ability to analyze patients’ website experience and activity for marketing purposes. The tracking allowed healthcare systems to:
- Target Facebook ads to patients with specific conditions
- Track which services patients searched for
- Measure website engagement and conversion rates
- Retarget patients who didn’t complete appointment bookings
Healthcare systems claim they didn’t realize the pixels were capturing protected health information.
What Payment Method Should I Choose?
Electronic/ACH Payment (Faster)
- Arrives 2-3 weeks sooner than checks
- Deposit directly to your bank account
- No risk of lost or stolen mail
- Must provide accurate bank routing and account numbers
Paper Check (Traditional)
- Mailed to your registered address
- Takes 4-6 weeks longer than electronic payment
- All checks from the Mychart lawsuit settlement will expire and become void 180 days after they are issued
- Keep address updated with settlement administrator
Recommendation: Choose electronic payment if you have a bank account. It’s faster and more secure.
Can I Update My Address or Payment Info?
Before Final Approval
- Log into your claim account at the settlement website
- Update contact information and payment preferences
- Call settlement administrator for assistance
After Final Approval
- Contact settlement administrator immediately if you moved
- Provide your claim number and new address
- Undeliverable checks may be reissued to updated addresses
Implications for Patient Privacy
These settlements highlight growing concerns about digital health privacy:
For Patients
- Your MyChart activity may have been tracked without consent
- Data shared for advertising may have included sensitive diagnoses
- Future portal use may still involve tracking unless policies change
For Healthcare Providers
- Must disclose third-party tracking technologies
- Cannot share protected health information without explicit consent
- Face potential HIPAA violations and class action exposure
Ongoing Litigation
Several other healthcare systems face similar MyChart tracking lawsuits, with more settlements expected in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
I used MyChart at multiple hospitals – can I claim from all settlements?
Yes, if you used BJC, Mount Sinai, SSM Health, or other settled healthcare systems during their respective claim periods, you can file separate claims for each settlement. Each case is independent.
What if I don’t remember using MyChart during the claim period?
Check your settlement notice for your unique ID – if you received a notice, the healthcare system’s records show you logged in during the claim period. You can also call the settlement administrator to verify eligibility.
Will this affect my current MyChart access?
No, the settlement doesn’t affect your ability to use MyChart. All settlements allow healthcare systems to continue operating their patient portals.
Do I need proof to file a claim?
For most MyChart settlements, you only need your unique ID from the settlement notice. Yes, you must provide proof that you are a member of the Settlement Class when submitting your Claim Form. The settlement administrator verifies eligibility through healthcare system records.
What happens if I filed a claim but moved?
Update your address immediately with the settlement administrator. Undeliverable payments may be reissued if you provide updated contact information promptly.
Can I opt out and sue individually instead?
The opt-out deadlines have passed for BJC (September 8) and Mount Sinai (October 14). SSM Health’s opt-out deadline is October 27, 2025. After these dates, you’re bound by the settlement and cannot sue individually.
What if there are appeals?
Appeals can delay payments by 3-6 months. The settlement administrator will notify class members of any appeals and revised payment timelines.
Will I get a 1099 tax form for my payment?
Settlement payments under $600 typically don’t require a 1099 form, but you should consult a tax professional about reporting settlement income on your tax return.
How do I know if my claim was approved?
You’ll receive email confirmation when you submit your claim. Check your claim status online using your unique ID or call the settlement administrator. Final approval notifications are sent after the court approves the settlement.
What is CyEx Privacy Shield Pro worth?
SSM Health provides this service valued at approximately $100-150 for one year. It includes dark web monitoring, VPN access, password protection, and data broker opt-out services—useful for protecting the data that was allegedly shared.
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Disclaimer: This article provides information about MyChart lawsuit settlements and does not constitute legal advice. Settlement terms are subject to court approval and may change. Always verify current deadlines and eligibility at official settlement websites. If you have questions about your specific situation, consult with a qualified attorney.
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