Who is included in the BJC Health System Privacy Settlement?

All individuals who, between June 2017 and August 2022, used BJC’s MyChart patient portal.

What is the claim deadline?

Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by October 8, 2025.

What are my options besides filing a claim?

You may exclude yourself by September 8, 2025, object by September 8, 2025, attend the Final Approval Hearing on October 16, 2025, or do nothing and give up your right to sue while receiving no payment.

How will payments be made?

Each eligible claimant is entitled to receive a $35 cash payment, which may be subject to a pro rata increase or decrease, depending on the number of valid claims filed.

$5.5M BJC Health System Privacy Class Action Settlement

Q: What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The Settlement Fund totals at least $5.5 million and may increase up to $9.25 million, from which approved claims, attorneys’ fees, expenses, a service award, and administration costs will be deducted before distribution to Class Members.

By Steve Levine

Updated: September 2, 2025

Claim Deadline: October 8, 2025

Payout Award: $35.00 cash payment (may be adjusted)

Proof Required: Unique ID and 4-Digit PIN

What is this class action about?

You may be part of a new **$5.5 million class action settlement** (which may increase up to $9.25 million) reached with BJC Health System d/b/a BJC HealthCare over allegations that it disclosed patients' personally identifiable information and protected health information to third-party companies like Facebook and Google without patient knowledge or consent. BJC denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of further litigation.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The Settlement Fund totals at least **$5.5 million**, with the potential to increase up to $9.25 million if needed to cover valid claims. The money will be used to pay valid claims, settlement administration costs, attorneys’ fees, and a service award to the Class Representatives.

How Do I Qualify For a Payout?

You are included in the Settlement Class if, between **June 2017 and August 2022**, you used BJC’s MyChart patient portal.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

Each eligible claimant who submits a timely and valid Claim Form is entitled to receive a **$35.00 cash payment**. This amount may be subject to a pro rata increase or decrease depending on the number of valid claims submitted.

How Do I File a Claim?

You must submit a timely and valid Claim Form by **October 8, 2025** online or by mail.

- Online: Settlement Website
- By Mail: BJC Privacy Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 2600, Portland, OR 97208-2600

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

No specific proof is mentioned in the notice. The Settlement Administrator will review and validate claims.

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Sources

• Official Settlement Website
• BJC Health System Class Action Settlement Notice

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Settlement Summary
Status	Proposed Settlement
Claim Form Deadline	October 8, 2025
Settlement Amount	$5.5M (may increase to $9.25M)
Settlement Category	Privacy / Data Breach
Estimated Payout per Person	$35.00 cash payment (may be adjusted)
Proof Required	No specific proof mentioned
Exclusion Deadline	September 8, 2025
Objection Deadline	September 8, 2025
Final Approval Hearing	October 16, 2025 — 1:30 p.m.
Case Number	Case No. 2222-CC09151-01
Case Title	John Doe et al. v. BJC Health System d/b/a BJC HealthCare
Settlement Website	Settlement Link
Settlement Administrator	BJC Privacy Settlement Admininstrator - Epiq