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Summit Medical Group Data Breach Settlement
Court case: Harris, et al. v. Summit Medical Group, PLLC, Case No. 2-119-25
Summit Medical Group had a targeted cyberattack in September 2024 (the 'Data Incident') that may have exposed patients' personal and health information. A class action settlement lets affected people claim cash and two years of free medical data monitoring.
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised in the Data Incident (the September 2024 cyberattack on Summit Medical's computer systems), including all individuals who were mailed notice. If you received notice, Summit Medical's records indicate that you are a Settlement Class Member. Payout: Cash Payment A: up to $2,500.00 for actual, documented out-of-pocket losses; Cash Payment B: up to $45.00 for lost time ($15.00/hour for up to three hours); plus two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete with $1 million of medical identity theft insurance. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: November 4, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on September 5, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You're likely eligible if you received a data-breach notice from Summit Medical Group, PLLC. The class covers living U.S. individuals whose private information was potentially compromised in the September 2024 incident, including everyone who was mailed notice.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised in the Data Incident (the September 2024 cyberattack on Summit Medical's computer systems), including all individuals who were mailed notice. If you received notice, Summit Medical's records indicate that you are a Settlement Class Member.
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 Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Simpluris via the official claim form before November 4, 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 Optional.
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3Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Simpluris.
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4Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before November 4, 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?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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Common questions
Is the Summit Medical Group Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Summit Medical Group Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Simpluris. File only through the official settlement website (summitmedicaldatasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on September 5, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised in the Data Incident (the September 2024 cyberattack on Summit Medical's computer systems), including all individuals who were mailed notice. If you received notice, Summit Medical's records indicate that you are a Settlement Class Member.
How much can I get from the Summit Medical Group Data Breach settlement?
Cash Payment A: up to $2,500.00 for actual, documented out-of-pocket losses; Cash Payment B: up to $45.00 for lost time ($15.00/hour for up to three hours); plus two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete with $1 million of medical identity theft insurance. 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 November 4, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
When will Summit Medical Group Data Breach Settlement pay out?
No payment stage is reported for this record yet. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Summit Medical Group Data Breach Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Simpluris. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Who is included in the settlement?
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised in the Data Incident, including all individuals who were mailed notice.
What can I get from the settlement?
Settlement Class Members may claim up to $2,500.00 for actual, documented out-of-pocket losses (Cash Payment A), up to $45.00 for lost time ($15.00 per hour for up to three hours; Cash Payment B), and two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete, which comes with $1 million of medical identity theft insurance.
What is the claim deadline and how do I file?
The only way to receive benefits or payments from this Settlement is by submitting a valid and timely Claim Form. The completed and signed Claim Form, including supporting documentation, must be postmarked no later than November 4, 2026.
How do I exclude myself or object?
The deadline to opt out (exclude yourself) or to object to the Settlement is October 20, 2026. You can choose to opt out of the Settlement and receive no Cash Payment or Medical Data Monitoring, or you may object by writing to the Court about why you don't like the Settlement.
When is the final approval hearing?
The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for November 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time at the Circuit Court for Knox County, Tennessee.
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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Disclaimer
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