Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach Settlement, Check If You Qualify — In Re, Susan B. Allen Data Security Litigation, No. BU-2025-CV-000185

If you got a written notice about the July 2025 Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital data breach, you’re included. There’s a cash payment option worth up to $100, plus two years of free medical identity monitoring, whether or not you have documented losses. You have until November 12, 2026, to file.

Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Details
Settlement Amount	UNVERIFIED — the official settlement website does not publish a total fund value; only per-person benefit caps are disclosed
Claim Deadline	November 12, 2026
Who Qualifies	Anyone who was sent written notification of the July 2025 Data Incident
Estimated Payout	Up to $100 total, combining documented out-of-pocket losses and attested time spent — this is a combined cap, not two separate $100 benefits — plus two years of medical and credit monitoring for everyone
Proof Required (Yes/No)	Only for the documented-loss portion. A brief description is enough for attested time; monitoring requires no proof at all
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved; Final Approval Hearing set for December 7, 2026
Court & Case Number	District Court of Butler County, Kansas, No. BU-2025-CV-000185
Law Alleged	UNVERIFIED — the settlement website and FAQ describe the claims being released but do not name the specific causes of action in the complaint
Administrator	Simpluris
Official Claim Site	sbamhdatasettlement.com
Last Updated	August 25, 2026

Who Is Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital and Why Are They Being Sued for This Data Breach?

Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital in El Dorado, Kansas. In July 2025, its computer systems were hit by a targeted cyberattack. Files containing patients’ names, dates of birth, health insurance information, billing information, and medical treatment information were accessed. Patients sued, arguing the hospital should have kept that data more secure.

What Did Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Do to Patients in July 2025?

Here’s the short version. SBAMH’s network was breached in what the settlement calls a “targeted cyberattack” — reports at the time described patients unable to reach the hospital to schedule appointments while it dealt with a system-wide outage. Files with sensitive billing and treatment records were accessed. SBAMH denies wrongdoing and hasn’t been found liable for anything; the case settled before trial.

Four plaintiffs — Dean Dickhout, Jessica Huston, Robin Kiddoo, and Brenda Sherman — brought the case on behalf of the class. Health-system cyberattacks like this one have become routine across smaller and rural hospitals specifically, not just major chains. AllAboutLawyer.com’s coverage of the Blackstone Valley Community Health Care $525,000 settlement followed a nearly identical pattern: a community health provider, a ransomware-style network breach, and a settlement built around modest per-person caps rather than a headline-grabbing total.

Are You Part of the Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this case includes you.

• Anyone who received written notification — by mail or email — about the July 2025 Data Incident
• Current and former SBAMH patients whose billing or treatment records were on file at the time
• People who no longer live in Kansas — your current address doesn’t affect eligibility
• Households that never noticed anything suspicious — you don’t need to show you were harmed

You do not qualify if you’re part of the presiding judge’s staff or family, or if you’re the person who carried out the cyberattack itself.

Susan B. Allen Patients Outside Kansas — Are You Still Covered?

This settlement isn’t limited by where you live now. Eligibility is based on whether SBAMH sent you a data breach notice, not your current mailing address. If you were a patient and have since moved out of state, you’re still covered.

That’s the whole test. If you got a notice, you’re in — no need to prove you were harmed to enroll in monitoring.

Not sure if you qualify for the Susan B. Allen data breach settlement? A free consultation with a data privacy attorney can help before the November 12, 2026, deadline.

How Much Can Susan B. Allen Settlement Class Members Get?

This is where the fine print actually matters. The settlement offers two cash benefits, but they share one combined cap — read that twice before you file.

Susan B. Allen Payout for Documented Losses — Up to $100

If you had actual, out-of-pocket losses tied to the breach between July 14, 2025, and November 12, 2026 — fraud charges, credit monitoring fees, ID replacement costs, postage to contact your bank — you can seek reimbursement. Bank statements or receipts are required; notes you write yourself aren’t enough on their own.

Susan B. Allen Payout for Time Spent — Up to $100

Spent time changing passwords, investigating suspicious account activity, or researching the breach? You can claim up to four hours at $25 per hour, for a maximum of $100. You’ll need to briefly describe what you did.

The Aggregate Cap You Need to Know About

Here’s the honest observation: these two benefits don’t stack. There’s a $100 aggregate cap across both, meaning your total cash payout — whether from documented losses, attested time, or a combination of the two — tops out at $100 total, not $200. Plan your claim accordingly before you spend an hour digging up receipts for a $40 loss when you could also claim $60 in attested time to hit the same cap either way.

What Everyone Gets, Regardless of Cash Claims

Two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete monitoring, including $1 million in medical identity theft insurance and coverage for healthcare insurance ID exposure, misused Medical Record Numbers, and unauthorized HSA spending.

Class Counsel is asking the court to approve $150,000 in attorneys’ fees and costs, plus $1,500 service awards for each of the four named plaintiffs, all paid by SBAMH. Payments over $600 may appear on a 1099. Check with a tax professional.

How to File Your Susan B. Allen Settlement Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to sbamhdatasettlement.com/form/claim, the official claim site
2. Decide which cash benefit fits your situation — documented losses, attested time, or both up to the combined $100 cap
3. Enter your name, address, and contact information
4. Upload proof if you’re claiming documented losses, or briefly describe the time you spent if claiming attested time
5. Submit and save your confirmation number
6. Watch your email — Simpluris will reach out if anything else is needed

Takes about five minutes. ⚠️ 79 days left as of today — file now.

Should Susan B. Allen Class Members Opt Out or Object Before October 13, 2026?

What Opting Out of the Susan B. Allen Settlement Actually Means

Opting out means no payment and no monitoring from this settlement. In exchange, you keep the right to sue SBAMH yourself over this same breach. Most people should not opt out without talking to a lawyer first. The opt-out deadline is October 13, 2026 — a full month before the claim deadline.

How to Object to the Susan B. Allen Settlement

Objecting keeps you in the Class but tells the court you disagree with its terms. Written objections go to the Clerk of Court, Butler County Courthouse, 205 W. Central Ave., El Dorado, KS 67042, with a copy to the Settlement Administrator, and must include the case number and your specific grounds. You can still file a claim for benefits even if you object.

Talk to a class action lawsuit attorney before October 13, 2026, if you’re considering either option.

Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Notification Mailing	August 14, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	October 13, 2026
Objection Deadline	October 13, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	November 12, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	December 7, 2026, 9:00 a.m. CT
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — the settlement site states payments go out after final approval and any appeals are resolved, with no specific date given

Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach — Frequently Asked Questions, No. BU-2025-CV-000185

Do I need a lawyer to file a Susan B. Allen settlement claim?

 No. The online claim form at sbamhdatasettlement.com is built for consumers to file a legal claim without an attorney. A consumer rights lawyer is only worth consulting if you’re weighing opting out.

Is the Susan B. Allen settlement legitimate?

 Yes. It’s a settlement in In Re: Susan B. Allen Data Security Litigation, pending before the District Court of Butler County, Kansas, administered by Simpluris.

When will Susan B. Allen settlement payments be sent? 

Payments go out after the Final Approval Hearing on December 7, 2026, and after any appeals are resolved. No specific mailing date has been announced yet.

What if I missed the Susan B. Allen claim deadline?

 Claims submitted or postmarked after November 12, 2026, typically aren’t accepted. Contact the administrator at (833) 421-7273 to ask about your specific situation.

Will my Susan B. Allen settlement payment go on a 1099?

 Possibly, if it’s over $600 — unlikely given the $100 cap, but check with a tax professional if you’re unsure.

Can I claim both documented losses and attested time?

 You can submit both, but they share one $100 aggregate cap. You won’t receive more than $100 total in cash benefits regardless of which option or combination you choose.

What if I don’t have proof of my losses? 

You can still claim the attested-time benefit with just a brief description, plus two years of free medical and credit monitoring either way.

What information was exposed in the Susan B. Allen data breach? 

Names, dates of birth, health insurance information, billing information, and medical treatment information, according to the settlement notice.

Sources Used in This Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Data Breach Article

• Official Settlement Website — Home Page, Simpluris: https://sbamhdatasettlement.com/
• Official Settlement Website — FAQ Page, Simpluris: https://sbamhdatasettlement.com/faq/

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement website and FAQ for In Re: Susan B. Allen Data Security Litigation, as of August 25, 2026. Last Updated: August 25, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.