E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage Settlement
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was February 3, 2026. 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
Two individuals sued Regence BlueShield and Cambia Health Solutions, alleging that Regence excluded hearing aids and related services from certain Washington health plans, violating the law. Regence settled by agreeing to pay $3 million to reimburse class members for uncovered hearing aid expenses from October 2014 through December 2025.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who was enrolled in a Washington health insurance plan from Regence BlueShield or Cambia Health Solutions between October 30, 2014 and December 31, 2025 that excluded or limited hearing aid coverage, and who paid out-of-pocket for medically necessary hearing aids and associated services during that period.
How to file
Submit a claim form by February 3, 2026 with documentation of unreimbursed expenses for hearing aids and associated services. Contact the Notice and Claims Processor at Info@WAHearingAidSettlement.com, 1-877-706-9538 (toll-free), or 1-877-721-6680 (TTY) for assistance.
Common questions
- How much does the E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage Settlement pay?
- The total settlement fund is $3M. 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 E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was February 3, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- The page does not name the administrator explicitly; based on contact information provided, it appears to be handled by a Notice and Claims Processor is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at wahearingaidsettlement.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 E.S. v. Regence BlueShield Hearing Aid Coverage 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 March 20, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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