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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.Expired: 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 deadline for Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc.?

The currently listed deadline is 4/20/2026. Always verify the final cutoff directly on the official filing portal.

Who is eligible for the Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc. settlement?

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.

Do I need a receipt for Kaplan v. Northwell Health Inc.?

Proof may be optional, but supporting records are still recommended.

Who is the administrator for this case?

Northwell Health Inc. is listed as the settlement administrator for this matter.

What time period does this settlement cover?

The covered class period is generally described as 1/1/2020 through 7/25/2024.

How much could I get from this settlement?

The settlement pool amount is not currently listed in this record. Individual payouts typically depend on claim volume, documentation, and any court-approved allocation formula.

Where can I file the claim form?

Use the official claim page listed in this article. If the link changes, follow updates from the administrator and settlement website.

How long do settlement payments usually take?

Payment timing varies by review workload, deficiency corrections, and court approval milestones. Many cases take several weeks to several months after final validation.

What if my claim is missing information?

Administrators may issue a deficiency notice and request corrections or documents. Respond before the correction deadline to avoid claim rejection.

Can businesses file this settlement?

Business eligibility depends on class definitions and purchaser type rules. Check the official notice and administrator FAQ before filing.

Official Filing Links

Source: settlement source page

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Last reviewed: 2/21/2026

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