NextGen Healthcare Data Breach Settlement: Get Up to $7,500 or $50-$150 Cash With No Proof (Deadline March 30, 2026)
By Steve Levine
Published: February 10, 2026
Settlement Amount: $19.375 Million
Claim Deadline: March 30, 2026
Award Amount: $50/$150 - $7,500 (For Documented Losses)
Proof Required: Yes
You may be part of a new $19,375,000 class action settlement reached with NextGen Healthcare, Inc. over allegations that the company failed to protect patient data from a criminal cyberattack. If your private information was exposed in the NextGen Healthcare data breach announced on April 28, 2023, you could be eligible for up to $7,500 in reimbursement, a flat cash payment of $50 to $150, and 3 years of free identity protection services.
NextGen Healthcare denies the claims and denies wrongdoing, but has agreed to the settlement to avoid the costs and uncertainty of continued litigation.
What is the NextGen Healthcare Data Breach Settlement About?
On April 28, 2023, NextGen Healthcare announced that it had detected a third-party criminal cyberattack in which hackers gained unauthorized access to patient data. The breach affected over 1 million patients and potentially exposed sensitive personal information including names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, and driver's license numbers.The cyberattack occurred between March 29, 2023 and April 14, 2023. Notably, this was the second ransomware attack NextGen experienced in just a few months — an earlier BlackCat ransomware attack occurred in January 2023.
More than a dozen lawsuits were filed and consolidated into a single case: Miller v. NextGen Healthcare Inc., Case No. 1:23-cv-02043-TWT, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (Atlanta Division). The plaintiffs allege that NextGen failed to properly protect personal information, had inadequate data security, and violated certain state consumer statutes and other laws.
The Court has not decided who is right. Both sides agreed to a settlement after a lengthy mediation process overseen by a neutral mediator.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The total settlement fund is $19,375,000, paid into a non-reversionary escrow account. That means no money goes back to NextGen Healthcare — every dollar is earmarked for class member payments, administration costs, court-approved attorneys' fees, and identity protection services.If fewer people file claims than expected, individual payments will be increased pro rata (up to a maximum of $599 for alternative cash and lost time claims). If money is still left over, it will be used to extend the identity defense services period. Nothing reverts to NextGen.
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How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You may qualify if you were identified by NextGen Healthcare as a person whose private information may have been impacted by the data breach. The simplest way to check: if you received a notice in the mail about this settlement, you are likely eligible.How Much Can I Get Paid?
There are multiple ways to get money from this settlement. You can choose the option that best fits your situation:Option 1: Documented Out-of-Pocket Losses (up to $7,500)
If you spent money dealing with fraud, identity theft, or protecting yourself as a result of the breach, you can claim reimbursement for up to $7,500. This includes things like credit monitoring costs, unauthorized charges, late fees, card replacement fees, postage, mileage, long-distance phone charges, and more. You'll need to provide documentation like receipts, bank statements, or invoices.
Option 2: Lost Time Reimbursement (up to $250)
If you spent time dealing with the breach — whether fixing fraud, monitoring your credit, or taking preventive steps — you can claim $25 per hour for your time. If your lost time is related to a documented out-of-pocket loss, you can claim up to 10 hours ($250). For self-certified lost time (no related out-of-pocket claim needed), you can claim up to 5 hours ($125). Claims can be made in 15-minute increments.
Option 3: Alternative Cash Payment ($50 or $150 — no proof needed)
Don't have receipts or documentation? No problem. Instead of claiming losses and lost time, you can just take a flat cash payment: $50 for most class members, or $150 if you lived in California on March 29, 2023. These amounts may go up or down depending on how many people file claims. If fewer people claim, your payment could increase up to $599.
Option 4: 3 Years of Free Identity Defense Services (everyone gets this)
Regardless of which cash option you pick, all class members can enroll in 3 years of identity defense services at no cost. This includes identity monitoring, dark web scanning, and restoration services. There's no deadline to enroll — services activate once the settlement becomes final (no earlier than March 20, 2026). If you're a parent, you can enroll your minor child too.
How Do I File a Claim
The easiest way to file is online.You can also download a paper claim form from the website, or tear off the claim form from your postcard notice, and mail it to the NGH Data Breach Litigation official class action settlement administrators.
What is the Claim Form Deadline?
The deadline to submit a claim online or postmark a mailed claim is March 30, 2026. Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 PM PT on that date.What are the Important Dates?
• Opt Out Deadline: February 12, 2026
• Objection Deadline: February 12, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: February 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET (Atlanta, GA)
• Claim Form Deadline: March 30, 2026
• Identity Defense Services Activate: No earlier than March 20, 2026 (once settlement is final)
When is the class action settlement payment date?
A specific payment date is not listed in the notice.In general, settlement payments are sent after:
• The Court grants final approval (hearing scheduled for February 17, 2026),
• Any appeals are resolved, and
• Claims are reviewed and processed by the Settlement Administrator (Kroll Settlement Administration).
This may take several months or more. Payments will be issued in the manner you select on your claim form — either digital payment options or a paper check.
Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
For the $50/$150 alternative cash payment: No. No proof of losses or documentation is required. You just need to submit the claim form and confirm you're a class member. California residents must attest they lived in California on March 29, 2023.For self-certified lost time (up to 5 hours): No receipts needed. You just need to provide a certified explanation of what happened and how you spent your time.
For documented out-of-pocket losses (up to $7,500): Yes. You must provide "Reasonable Documentation" such as credit card statements, bank statements, invoices, telephone records, and receipts.
What Information Was Exposed in the NextGen Healthcare Data Breach?
According to breach notification filings and the lawsuit, the following types of personal information may have been compromised:• Full names
• Home addresses
• Dates of birth
• Social Security numbers (SSN)
• Health insurance information
• Driver's license numbers
• Other sensitive personal and medical data
Because Social Security numbers and dates of birth don't change after a breach, this type of stolen data remains valuable to identity thieves for years — which is why the settlement includes 3 years of identity defense services.
How Do I Know If I Was Affected by the NextGen Data Breach?
The simplest way to check: if you received a notice in the mail about this settlement, you are a class member. NextGen Healthcare identified approximately 1,049,396 individuals whose data may have been impacted.If you were a patient at a healthcare provider that uses NextGen Healthcare's electronic health records system and you're not sure whether you were affected, you can:
• Visit the official settlement website to check your eligibility
• Call the Settlement Administrator at (833) 630-5369
NextGen Healthcare provides services to over 1,600 healthcare organizations across the United States, so the breach affected patients at many different doctors' offices, clinics, and medical practices.
How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:What Are My Options?
• Submit a Claim: The only way to receive a cash payment. Choose from out-of-pocket losses, lost time, or the alternative cash payment. Deadline: March 30, 2026.
• Enroll in Identity Defense Services: Free for all class members. No deadline to enroll, but services end 3 years after the settlement becomes final.
• Exclude Yourself: Opt out to keep your right to sue on your own. You won't receive any settlement benefits. Deadline: February 12, 2026.
• Object: Tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement. Deadline: February 12, 2026.
• Do Nothing: You can still enroll in identity defense services and use restoration services, but you won't receive any cash payment. You'll be bound by the settlement and give up your right to sue over the breach.
How to Exclude Yourself
To opt out, you must submit a written request for exclusion online at the settlement website (verified via email) or by mail, postmarked no later than February 12, 2026.How to Object
If you do not opt out, you may object by filing a written objection with the Court on or before February 12, 2026. Your objection must include your full name, address, phone number, proof of class membership, specific grounds for your objection, and whether you intend to appear at the hearing.You can also mail your objection to the Settlement Administrator at the address above.
Submit a Claim: Here
The case is Miller v. NextGen Healthcare Inc., Case No. 1:23-cv-02043-TWT, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (Atlanta Division).
Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: NGH Data Breach Litigation• Miller v. NextGen Healthcare Inc., Case No. 1:23-cv-02043-TWT (N.D. Ga.)
• Settlement Administrator: Kroll Settlement Administration LLC — (833) 630-5369
• HIPAA Journal: $19.3 Million Settlement Proposed to Resolve NextGen Class Action
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful and accurate claims. Submitting false information can result in denial of benefits and potential penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the Settlement Administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.
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Submit Claim| Class Action Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement — Final Approval Hearing Scheduled |
|---|---|
| Claim Form Deadline | March 30, 2026 |
| Settlement Amount | $19,375,000 |
| Category | Data Breach / Healthcare |
| Estimated Payout | Up to $7,500 (documented losses) + up to $250 (lost time); or $50 flat cash ($150 for CA residents); plus 3 years free identity protection |
| Case Number | 1:23-cv-02043-TWT |
| Case Title | Miller v. NextGen Healthcare Inc. |
| Court | U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (Atlanta) |
| Final Approval Hearing | February 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET |
| Exclusion (Opt Out) Deadline | February 12, 2026 |
| Objection Deadline | February 12, 2026 |
| Settlement Administrator | Kroll Settlement Administration LLC |
| Claim Website | Settlement Site |