BJC HealthCare $9.25 Million Data Privacy Settlement
Did you log in to BJC’s MyChart portal between June 2017 and August 2022? You could receive at least $35 cash from a $9.25 million class action settlement. Submit a quick online or paper claim by October 8 2025 to secure your payment.
Download Claim Form (PDF)Who Is Eligible?
- All patients who accessed the BJC MyChart patient portal anytime from June 2017 through August 2022.
- Includes activities such as viewing medical records, paying bills, scheduling appointments, or communicating with providers via MyChart.
Potential Payout
- Estimated $35 per approved claim
- Amount may rise or fall depending on the number of valid claims and settlement expenses.
- Payout options: paper check or digital payment.
How to File Your BJC HealthCare Claim
- Online: Visit BJCPrivacySettlement.com/Login and enter the Unique ID & PIN from your email or postcard notice.
- By mail: Print and complete the PDF claim form, then mail it to:
BJC Privacy Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 2600
Portland, OR 97208-2600
Deadline: Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by October 8 2025.
Key Settlement Dates
- Opt-Out / Objection Deadline: September 8 2025
- Claim Filing Deadline: October 8 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: October 16 2025
- Expected Payment Date: Approximately 61 days after final approval and resolution of any appeals.
Why Is There a Settlement?
A lawsuit alleges that BJC HealthCare’s websites and MyChart portal sent patients’ personally identifiable and protected health information to third-party companies such as Facebook and Google without consent between June 2017 and August 2022. BJC denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $9.25 million settlement to avoid further litigation and provide compensation to affected patients.
Settlement Fund Allocation
- Initial payment: $5.5 million
- Supplemental payment (if necessary): up to $3.75 million
- Administration costs: up to $200,000
- Attorneys’ fees: up to $3 million + expenses
- Service awards: $15,000 total
- Remaining funds distributed to eligible claimants
Official Documents
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I am part of the BJC HealthCare $9.25 Million Data Privacy Settlement?
You are included if you used BJC’s MyChart portal between June 2017 and August 2022, even once, to view records, manage appointments, or pay bills.
What information do I need to file a claim in the BJC HealthCare settlement?
If you received an email or postcard notice, use the Unique ID and PIN provided. Otherwise, download the PDF claim form, complete it, and mail it in.
Can I receive more than $35 from the BJC HealthCare settlement?
The baseline payout is $35, but the final amount could increase or decrease depending on how many valid claims are filed and the final cost deductions.
When will I get paid?
Payments are expected about 61 days after the court grants final approval on October 16 2025 (or later if appeals occur).
What happens if I do nothing?
If you do nothing, you will receive no payment and will give up your right to sue BJC HealthCare over the claims in this case.