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Northwell Health ConsumerProtection Settlement 2026

Northwell Health agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that it shared patient information with third parties without consent. Eligible patients may receive a cash payment or a subscription to privacy monitoring services.

ConsumerProtectionNorthwell Health Inc.Deadline: 4/20/2026Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc. logo

Key Takeaways

  • Filing deadline: 4/20/2026.
  • Eligibility snapshot: Subclass 1 of patients who logged into the FollowMyHealth patient portal or booked an appointment on Northwell’s website between Jan. 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2023, and Subclass 2 who were pati...
  • Proof may not be required for every claimant, but having receipts or account records still improves your filing quality.
  • Settlement administrator: Northwell Health Inc..
  • Official claim form is available through an external filing site.

Who Qualifies

Subclass 1 of patients who logged into the FollowMyHealth patient portal or booked an appointment on Northwell’s website between Jan. 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2023, and Subclass 2 who were patients between Jan. 1, 2020, and July 25, 2024.

Class Period

1/1/2020 to 7/25/2024

Documentation

Proof may be optional.

Covered vendors: Northwell Health Inc.

Covered products/services: patient information, privacy monitoring services

Defendants: Northwell Health Inc.

Geographic scope: NY

Full Filing Guide

Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc. is categorized under privacy & data breach settlements, and this guide covers the essential details you need to determine if this settlement applies to you. This matter currently appears active in the FoundMoney directory. If you are evaluating whether to file, the fastest first step is to verify that your purchases, subscriptions, or account activity line up with the class definition and class period.

Northwell Health agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that it shared patient information with third parties without consent. Eligible patients may receive a cash payment or a subscription to privacy monitoring services. The relevant class period is generally described as 1/1/2020 through 7/25/2024. Where administrators publish revisions, amended deadlines, or supplemental notices, this page should be treated as a directional guide and the official claim portal remains the source of truth for filing requirements.

Who should pay close attention: users who purchased covered products/services, maintained affected accounts, or transacted with named defendants during the qualifying window. Purchaser scope is currently listed as Indirect Consumer. Named or covered vendors include Northwell Health Inc.. Covered products/services currently reference patient information, privacy monitoring services.

Public settlement pool figures may still be pending or omitted from source notices. Individual recovery is usually determined by claim volume, documentation strength, and any pro-rata formula approved by the court. In many settlements, payout timing can range from several weeks to multiple months after claim validation. Filing early and submitting complete information often helps avoid avoidable delays when administrators perform audits or deficiency checks.

Documentation may not be mandatory for all class members, but submitting purchase records can still help reduce follow-up requests. Current eligibility language: Subclass 1 of patients who logged into the FollowMyHealth patient portal or booked an appointment on Northwell’s website between Jan. 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2023, and Subclass 2 who were patients between Jan. 1, 2020, and July 25, 2024. Filing deadline tracking matters because late claims can be rejected automatically; plan to submit by 4/20/2026 unless the administrator publishes an extension.

Practical filing workflow: confirm your transactions, gather supporting records, submit the online claim form, and store your confirmation number for follow-up. If you are uncertain on edge cases, contact the administrator directly at the support channels listed on the official site. Check back periodically for updates as new information becomes available. You can also browse related settlements in the Privacy & Data Breach Settlements category.

If you have additional questions about the Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc. settlement, contact Northwell Health Inc. directly. Filing early and providing complete documentation is the most effective way to avoid delays. You can compare this settlement with other active cases in the Privacy & Data Breach Settlements category.

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Settlement FAQs

What is the Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc. class action about?

The class action lawsuit addresses claims that Northwell Health shared patient information with third parties without consent, violating privacy laws.

Who is eligible to file a claim in this class action?

Eligibility includes Subclass 1 patients who logged into the FollowMyHealth patient portal or booked an appointment on Northwell’s website between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2023, and Subclass 2 patients who were patients between January 1, 2020, and July 25, 2024.

What is the deadline to file a claim?

The deadline to file a claim is April 20, 2026.

What kind of compensation can eligible claimants expect?

Eligible claimants in Subclass 1 may receive a $15 cash payment, while both subclasses may receive 12 months of privacy monitoring services.

Do I need to provide proof of purchase to file a claim?

No, proof of purchase is not required to file a claim in this class action.

Where can I find the claim form?

The claim form can be found at NWPixelSettlement.com.

Is there a total settlement amount disclosed?

The total settlement amount has not been disclosed.

What are the main allegations against Northwell Health?

The main allegations are that Northwell Health violated privacy laws by sharing patient information via pixel tracking with third parties like Google and Facebook.

Has Northwell Health admitted any wrongdoing?

No, Northwell Health has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to settle the allegations.

Where can I find more information about this class action?

More information can be found on the settlement website at NWPixelSettlement.com or through the source link provided.

Official Filing Links

Source: settlement source page

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Last reviewed: 2/21/2026

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