Southern Illinois Healthcare MyChart Privacy Settlement, Are You Eligible For $17.50 Cash Payment? File a Claim by June 15, 2026

If you used Southern Illinois Healthcare’s MyChart patient portal or completed a health risk assessment between November 2020 and July 2023, you may qualify for a $17.50 cash payment — plus one year of free privacy protection services. The settlement covers approximately 79,215 individuals who used the MyChart portal or completed a health risk assessment during specific date windows. You must file a claim by June 15, 2026 — payment is not automatic here.

Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	TBD (based on valid claims filed)
Claim Deadline	June 15, 2026
Who Qualifies	Southern Illinois Healthcare patients who used MyChart or completed a health risk assessment during covered date windows
Cash Payout Per Person	$17.50 (flat rate, no proof required)
Additional Benefit	1 year of CyEx Privacy Shield Pro (free)
Proof Required	No
Settlement Status	Open for Claims — Preliminarily Approved
Opt-Out Deadline	June 15, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	August 24, 2026
Case Number	2023LA55
Administrator	Simpluris — Southern Illinois Pixel Settlement
Official Website	southernillinoishealthpixelsettlement.com

Current Status & What Happens Next

• The settlement is open for claims right now. You have until June 15, 2026 to submit your claim online or by mail.
• The Court will hold its Final Approval Hearing on August 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time, at the Circuit Court of Williamson County, Illinois, in Marion, IL.
• Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. Estimated payment delivery: approximately 30 days after final approval, likely late 2026.

What Is the Southern Illinois Healthcare Lawsuit About?

The lawsuit, Doe v. Southern Illinois Healthcare Enterprises, Inc., Southern Illinois Hospital Services, and Southern Illinois Medical Services, NFP (Case No. 2023LA55), alleges that Southern Illinois used third-party tracking technologies — called “tracking pixels” — on its website in a way that violates certain privacy laws.

Tracking pixels are tiny, invisible pieces of code embedded in web pages. When a patient signs into a healthcare portal like MyChart or books an appointment online, these pixels can capture that activity and send it to third-party companies like Meta (Facebook) or Google — without the patient’s knowledge or consent. In a healthcare setting, this can expose sensitive health information to advertisers.

Southern Illinois Healthcare denied the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of a trial. The plaintiff and their attorneys believe the settlement is in the best interest of all class members.

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Who Qualifies for the Southern Illinois Healthcare Settlement?

You may qualify if you fall into one or more of these groups:

MyChart Portal Users / Online Appointment Schedulers:

• You may qualify if you signed into the Southern Illinois Healthcare MyChart patient portal or scheduled an appointment through MyChart or website open scheduling from February 21, 2022, to February 28, 2023.
• You may qualify if you used the same portal or scheduling tool from June 12, 2023, to July 6, 2023.

Health Risk Assessment Completers:

• You may qualify if you completed a health risk assessment with the defendants from November 2, 2020, to January 31, 2021.
• You may qualify if you completed a health risk assessment from February 1, 2021, to April 30, 2021.

The full class definition covers all patients of the defendants residing in the United States who fall within any of these categories, totaling approximately 79,215 individuals.

You do NOT qualify if:

• You are an officer, director, or employee of Southern Illinois Healthcare.
• You are the judge presiding over the case or their family/staff.
• You formally opt out of the settlement before June 15, 2026.

Not sure if you qualify? Contact the Settlement Administrator toll-free at (833) 386-6512 (available 24/7) or email [email protected] for free assistance.

How Much Can You Receive?

This settlement offers two separate benefits — and you can take both.

Benefit 1: $17.50 Cash Payment

All class members may claim a one-time $17.50 cash payment. You do not have to provide any proof or explanation to claim this payment. Simply file the claim form before the deadline and select your preferred payment method.

Benefit 2: One Year of CyEx Privacy Shield Pro (Free)

All class members are eligible to enroll in one year of CyEx Privacy Shield Pro, which includes dark web scanning, compromised password scanning, a VPN, a password manager, and other online privacy tools. If anything suspicious happens, you can speak with a fraud resolution agent.

The settlement administrator has already sent CyEx enrollment codes to all class members. Class members do not need to submit a claim form to receive the privacy protection benefit — only to receive the cash payment.

The CyEx Privacy Shield Pro benefit activates after final court approval (August 24, 2026). If you lost your enrollment code, contact the settlement administrator to get a new one before that date.

How to File Your Claim — Step by Step

You must actively file a claim to receive the $17.50 cash payment. Unlike some settlements, this one does not send checks automatically.

Step 1 — Visit the official claim portal: southernillinoishealthpixelsettlement.com/form/claim

Step 2 — Enter the unique ID and PIN from the settlement notice you received in the mail or email.

Step 3 — Confirm your personal details (name, address, contact info).

Step 4 — Select your preferred payment method: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, virtual prepaid card, or paper check.

Step 5 — Submit your claim. No proof of use or documentation is required.

Step 6 — Save your confirmation. Screenshot or write down your confirmation number for your records.

Prefer to file by mail? Download the printable PDF claim form and mail it to: Southern Illinois Pixel Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799. Mailed forms must be postmarked by June 15, 2026.

Estimated time to complete: Under 5 minutes online.

Important Deadlines & Dates

Milestone	Date
Earliest Covered Activity (Health Risk Assessment)	November 2, 2020
Earliest Covered MyChart/Portal Use	February 21, 2022
Latest Covered Activity	July 6, 2023
Claims Period Opens	Already open
Claim Filing Deadline	June 15, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 15, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 15, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	August 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CT
Expected Payment Distribution	~30 days after final approval
Estimated Payment Date	Late 2026 (subject to appeals)

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to file a claim to get paid in this settlement? 

Yes — unlike some settlements, this one requires you to actively submit a claim. If you do nothing, you will not receive a benefit from this settlement. You must file online or by mail by June 15, 2026.

Do I need a lawyer to file a claim? 

No. Class counsel from CohenMalad LLP, Stranch Jennings & Garvey PLLC, and Strauss Borrelli PLLC represents all class members at no cost to you. You may hire your own attorney if you wish, but it is entirely at your own expense.

Is this Southern Illinois Healthcare settlement legitimate? 

Yes. The case is pending in the Circuit Court of Williamson County, Illinois (Case No. 2023LA55), and the settlement administrator is Simpluris, a nationally recognized court-appointed claims administrator.

When will I receive my settlement payment? 

The settlement administrator will distribute payments to eligible class members approximately 30 days after the court grants final approval. The Final Approval Hearing is August 24, 2026, so payments could arrive as early as late September or October 2026, assuming no appeals.

What if I missed the June 15, 2026 claim deadline? 

After the deadline passes, late claims are typically not accepted. If the deadline has not yet passed when you read this, file your claim now at the official website. If the deadline has passed, this article serves as a historical record — no further action is possible.

What is a tracking pixel and why does it matter for healthcare? 

A tracking pixel is a tiny, invisible piece of code on a webpage that sends your browsing activity to third-party companies. In a healthcare setting, using these pixels on a patient portal can expose what treatments or appointments a patient viewed — potentially violating privacy laws like HIPAA and state consumer protection statutes.

Will this $17.50 settlement payment affect my taxes? 

Settlement payments may be considered taxable income depending on your individual tax situation. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your circumstances.

What is the difference between opting out and objecting? 

Objecting means telling the court you do not like something about the settlement while remaining a class member. Opting out means you leave the settlement entirely and cannot object — but you retain the right to sue Southern Illinois on your own. Both actions have a deadline of June 15, 2026.

Sources & References

1. Official Settlement Website — southernillinoishealthpixelsettlement.com
2. Official Settlement FAQ — southernillinoishealthpixelsettlement.com/faq
3. Settlement Agreement & Important Documents
4. Online Claim Form — southernillinoishealthpixelsettlement.com/form/claim

Last Updated: April 18, 2026

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.