$12.88M Anthem mental health treatment class action settlement

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By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed April 22, 2026

$100
Max Payout
Jan 20, 2026
Filing Deadline
Yes
Proof Required?
Anthem has agreed to pay $12.875 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the health insurer improperly denied mental health and substance use disorder treatment claims. The lawsuit claimed Anthem used overly restrictive medical necessity guidelines that violated federal and state laws requiring equal coverage for mental health services. If you had mental health or substance abuse treatment claims denied by Anthem, you may be entitled to compensation from this settlement. The agreement aims to resolve claims that Anthem's policies made it unfairly difficult for members to access needed mental health care.
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Who Was Eligible?

Who the settlement covered:

  • You were an Anthem member who had mental health treatment claims denied
  • You were an Anthem member who had substance use disorder treatment claims denied
  • Your claims were denied based on medical necessity determinations
  • Specific date ranges and additional eligibility requirements are still being finalized

How Much Did It Pay?

The total settlement fund is $12.875 million, which will be distributed among eligible class members. Individual payout amounts will depend on factors such as the number of valid claims submitted and the specific damages each person experienced. Details about individual compensation amounts are still pending as the settlement terms are finalized.

How this claim was filed

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  • Wait for official notice if you're an Anthem member who may qualify
  • Gather documentation of your denied mental health or substance use treatment claims
  • Review the final settlement terms when they become available
  • Submit your claim form by the deadline once it's announced

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to file a claim for the $12.88M Anthem mental health treatment class action settlement?

The deadline to file a claim was Jan 20, 2026, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.

How much can I receive from the $12.88M Anthem mental health treatment class action settlement?

The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $100. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.

Did I need documentation for the $12.88M Anthem mental health treatment class action settlement?

Yes — this settlement required supporting documentation, and the official claim form set out what counted.

What mental health claims are covered in the Anthem settlement?

The settlement covers mental health and substance use disorder treatment claims that were denied by Anthem based on their medical necessity guidelines. This includes various types of mental health services and addiction treatment that may have been improperly rejected.

How much money can I get from the Anthem mental health settlement?

Individual payout amounts from the $12.875 million settlement fund have not been determined yet. Your compensation will depend on factors like how many people file claims and the extent of your damages from denied claims.

When is the deadline to file an Anthem mental health settlement claim?

The deadline to file claims has not been announced yet. Settlement details are still being finalized. Class Action Buddy will notify you when the claim form becomes available and help you file before the deadline.

Primary source: official settlement administrator — anthem-rtc-criteria-settlement.com. The settlement details on this page were checked against the administrator’s official website.

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