Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement
Up to $25.50
What happened
Columbus Regional Health allegedly disclosed confidential personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) to third-party technologies without patient consent. The defendant denies all claims and maintains it did nothing wrong but agreed to the settlement to avoid litigation costs and uncertainties.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who was a patient of Columbus Regional Health and completed a registration for access to their electronic records between November 1, 2017, and June 30, 2022.
How to file
Submit a Claim Form by September 19, 2026 to receive a $25.50 cash payment. You can also enroll in the CyEx Shield product for one year using an enrollment code that was sent via email or U.S. mail (no claim form needed for enrollment, but separate instructions will be provided).
Common questions
- How much does the Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: Up to $25.50. 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 Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement?
- The claim deadline is September 19, 2026. Filing is free and is done on the official settlement website at columbusregionalsettlement.com.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement?
- No. You can file without a receipt or proof of purchase. You attest that you qualify and submit basic details, though claims are still subject to review and submitting a false claim is a crime.
- Is the Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed at columbusregionalsettlement.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.
- How long until I get paid from the Columbus Regional Health Data Breach Settlement?
- 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 July 22, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
- What happens if I do nothing?
- You receive no payment, and in most class actions you also give up the right to sue Bartholomew County Public Hospital d/b/a Columbus Regional Health separately over these same claims. To keep that right you must opt out (exclude yourself) by June 22, 2026.
New to class actions?
This summary was generated from public settlement documents and may contain errors. Confirm eligibility, deadlines, and payment terms on the official settlement website before filing. ClaimWatch is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Filing a claim is free.
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