Kazda v Aetna
If Aetna denied your lipedema surgery claim as cosmetic or experimental years ago, you may be able to claim reimbursement for what you paid out of pocket under this court-approved settlement.
You may be eligible if you were covered under an ERISA health plan (self-funded or fully insured) administered by Aetna and your pre-authorization or post-service claim for lipedema surgery was denied as cosmetic, experimental, or investigational between May 9, 2015 and September 1, 2020, and you were mailed the settlement Notice. To seek reimbursement, your lipedema surgery must have occurred on or before September 1, 2022. Payout: Reimbursement of unreimbursed out-of-pocket lipedema surgery costs, subject to an aggregate cap of $650,000 for all reimbursement claims combined; if total claims exceed the cap, each class member's payment is reduced by an equal percentage. Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: September 21, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on July 14, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may be eligible if you had an ERISA health plan administered by Aetna and your lipedema surgery claim was denied as cosmetic, experimental, or investigational between May 9, 2015 and September 1, 2020, you were mailed the settlement Notice, and your surgery took place on or before September 1, 2022.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
You may be eligible if you were covered under an ERISA health plan (self-funded or fully insured) administered by Aetna and your pre-authorization or post-service claim for lipedema surgery was denied as cosmetic, experimental, or investigational between May 9, 2015 and September 1, 2020, and you were mailed the settlement Notice. To seek reimbursement, your lipedema surgery must have occurred on or before September 1, 2022.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Atticus Administration via the official claim form before September 21, 2026.
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1Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
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2Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Yes.
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3Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Atticus Administration.
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4Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before September 21, 2026.
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5Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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When will I get paid?
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- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 22, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 22, 2026
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Eligibility summary
All persons covered under ERISA Health plans administered by Aetna whose pre-authorization or post-service claims for Lipedema Surgery were denied as cosmetic, experimental or investigational between May 9, 2015, and September 1, 2020, and who are mailed the Notice.
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
Yes
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Payment status
Final approval pending
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
If the Court approves this Settlement, you will be mailed a claim form that informs you about the Final Approval and the deadline to seek reimbursement.
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Estimated payout
Class Member reimbursement claims are subject to an aggregate cap of $650,000.00
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period start
May 9, 2015
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period end
September 1, 2020
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
3:19-cv-02512-WHO
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
Kazda v. Aetna Life Insurance Company
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Kazda v Aetna settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Kazda v Aetna settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Atticus Administration under case 3:19-cv-02512-WHO in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (Case No. 3:19-cv-02512-WHO). File only through the official settlement website (www.lipedemasurgerysettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on July 14, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You may be eligible if you were covered under an ERISA health plan (self-funded or fully insured) administered by Aetna and your pre-authorization or post-service claim for lipedema surgery was denied as cosmetic, experimental, or investigational between May 9, 2015 and September 1, 2020, and you were mailed the settlement Notice. To seek reimbursement, your lipedema surgery must have occurred on or before September 1, 2022.
How much can I get from the Kazda v Aetna settlement?
Reimbursement of unreimbursed out-of-pocket lipedema surgery costs, subject to an aggregate cap of $650,000 for all reimbursement claims combined; if total claims exceed the cap, each class member's payment is reduced by an equal percentage. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is September 21, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Kazda v Aetna pay out?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Kazda v Aetna claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Atticus Administration. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
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Listed on the official settlement website (Atticus Administration).
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.