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Methodist Hospitals MyChart Data Breach Settlement

Up to $25

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was October 22, 2025. 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

The Methodist Hospitals, Inc. allegedly disclosed confidential personal and protected health information 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 the expense and burden of continued litigation.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who was a patient of Methodist residing in the United States and had a MyChart patient portal account with Methodist between January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2023.

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

  • Cash payment

    $25 each

    Class members who submit a claim form are eligible to receive a cash payment.

  • Privacy Shield product enrollment

    Class members have the option to enroll in the Privacy Shield product in addition to submitting a claim form.

Who is in the class

You may be included if you are or were a patient of Methodist residing in the United States who had a MyChart patient portal account with Methodist between January 1, 2020, to and through December 31, 2023.

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

Submit a Claim Form by October 22, 2025, to receive a $25 cash payment. No proof of purchase is required. You can also optionally enroll in the Privacy Shield product by signing up when the settlement becomes effective.

Common questions

How much does the Methodist Hospitals MyChart Data Breach Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: Up to $25. 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 Methodist Hospitals MyChart Data Breach Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was October 22, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Methodist Hospitals MyChart 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 Methodist Hospitals MyChart Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Claims are filed at themethodisthospitalssettlement.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 Methodist Hospitals MyChart Data Breach 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 14, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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