Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 5, 2021. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
Blue Cross Blue Shield companies allegedly violated antitrust laws by entering into an agreement not to compete with each other and to limit competition in selling health insurance and administrative services. The defendants deny the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and risks.
Do you qualify?
Individuals and companies that purchased or received health insurance provided or administered by a Blue Cross Blue Shield company.
How to file
The claim deadline of November 5, 2021 has passed. Eligible class members who filed claims by that date will receive payment distributions starting May 11, 2026. You can check your claim status using your Claim Number or Unique ID on the settlement website.
Common questions
- How much does the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement pay?
- The total settlement fund is $2.7B. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 5, 2021. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Is the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at bcbssettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for October 20, 2021; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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