Claim Form Deadline: December 4, 2024
Payout:
Proof Required: No
What is the DaVita Patient Privacy Class Action?
The DaVita Pixel Settlement is a $3.8 million class action settlement stemming from a privacy lawsuit against DaVita Inc., a major provider of kidney care and dialysis services. The company serves over 200,000 patients with kidney disease.
This settlement resolves allegations that DaVita used third-party web tracking tools, known as “pixels,” on its websites, patient portals, and mobile apps, potentially disclosing patients’ sensitive data, including personally identifiable and protected health information, to companies like Facebook and Google without proper consent.
What is a “Pixel”?
The lawsuit claimed that DaVita utilized tracking tools, or “pixels,” which are small code snippets used to track user activity on websites and apps. These pixels allegedly sent users’ web usage data to third parties such as Facebook and Google, violating patient privacy and HIPAA regulations.
HIPAA Privacy Concerns with Online Tracking
In 2023, the healthcare industry became more concerned about online tracking through pixels, especially after it was revealed that companies like Google and Meta might use them for advertising purposes, potentially breaching HIPAA by targeting individuals using their protected health information.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The total settlement amount in the DaVita Pixel Settlement is $3.8 million. Eligible class members have two options for compensation:
- Cash Compensation: Claimants can opt for a cash payout, which will be calculated by dividing the remaining funds in the settlement after Privacy Shield costs among all valid claims. The exact amount will depend on how many eligible claims are submitted.
- Privacy Shield: Claimants can choose to enroll in Privacy Shield, a data protection and monitoring service, for one year.
How Do I Qualify for a Payout?
You may qualify if you were a DaVita patient who visited any of DaVita’s websites, patient portals, or mobile applications at least once between November 20, 2017, and September 21, 2023.
How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
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How Much Can I Get Paid?
The amount for cash compensation will be determined by dividing the remaining settlement fund (after Privacy Shield costs) by the number of valid cash claims. Additionally, claimants can choose to receive one year of Privacy Shield data protection and monitoring services.
How Do I File a Claim?
To file a claim, you must submit the claim form online or by mail, postmarked no later than December 4, 2024. Claim forms are available on the official settlement website or can be obtained by contacting the DaVita Pixel Class Action administrators. You will need your Member ID, which can be found in the notice you received. If you misplaced the notice, you can request a replacement code by contacting the administrators and verifying your identity and eligibility.
Claim Form Website: DaVitaPixelSettlement.com
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