Penn Medicine $9.25M Patient Privacy Class Action Settlement

Penn Medicine $9.25M Patient Privacy Class Action Settlement

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Penn Medicine (University of Pennsylvania Health System, or UPHS) has agreed to a $9.25 million class action settlement related to patient privacy concerns involving tracking pixels on its websites. These tracking pixels — tiny snippets of code used by third-party companies like Meta (Facebook) and Google — may have collected and shared sensitive patient health information without patients' knowledge or consent, potentially violating federal privacy laws like HIPAA. If you were a Penn Medicine patient and used their online patient portal or website to schedule appointments, research conditions, or manage your health care, your private health information may have been shared with advertisers. This settlement is designed to compensate patients who were affected by this data sharing practice. This type of case is part of a broader wave of hospital pixel-tracking lawsuits across the country. If you received care through Penn Medicine and interacted with their digital platforms, you may be entitled to a payment from this settlement — even if you didn't suffer any direct harm.
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Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible to file a claim if you:

  • You were a patient of Penn Medicine / University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS)
  • You used Penn Medicine's website, patient portal, or other online digital tools during the relevant time period
  • Your personal health information may have been transmitted to a third party (such as Meta or Google) through tracking pixel technology
  • You are a United States resident whose data was potentially affected by this practice
  • Specific eligibility dates are pending — check the official settlement site for the exact covered period

How Much Can You Get?

The total settlement fund is $9.25 million, which will be distributed among eligible class members after attorneys' fees, administrative costs, and any incentive awards are deducted. The exact amount each person receives will depend on how many people submit valid claims — the more people who file, the smaller each individual payout may be. Specific payout tiers or amounts per claimant have not yet been publicly detailed. However, given the size of the fund and the typically large number of patients at a major health system like Penn Medicine, individual payments may range from a modest amount to potentially more depending on claim volume. We'll update this page as more details become available. Filing a claim costs you nothing, so it's worth submitting one to secure your share.

How to File Your Claim

Filing your claim is quick and easy:

  • Confirm you were a Penn Medicine patient who used their website or patient portal during the covered period
  • Visit the official settlement website (linked from the claim form URL once available) to review eligibility requirements
  • Complete the online claim form with your name, contact information, and any details about your use of Penn Medicine's digital services
  • Submit your claim before the official deadline — check the settlement site for the most current deadline information
  • Keep a copy of your submitted claim for your records
  • Download the Class Action Buddy app to track your claim status, get deadline reminders, and discover other settlements you may qualify for

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a claim for the Penn Medicine $9.25M Patient Privacy Class Action Settlement?

You have two options: (1) Use the free Class Action Buddy mobile app — set up your profile once and the app auto-fills the PDF claim form, captures your signature, and submits the claim by mail on your behalf. (2) File directly with the settlement administrator using the official claim form linked on this page.

What is the Penn Medicine pixel tracking lawsuit about?

Penn Medicine is accused of using third-party tracking pixels (from companies like Meta/Facebook and Google) on its website and patient portal that may have collected and shared patients' private health information with advertisers — without patients' consent. The $9.25 million settlement resolves these claims, though Penn Medicine has not admitted any wrongdoing.

Do I need proof to file a Penn Medicine privacy settlement claim?

It's currently unclear whether proof of being a Penn Medicine patient will be required. In many pixel-tracking health privacy settlements, claimants simply need to attest that they were patients and used the digital platforms during the covered period. Check the official claim form for specific documentation requirements once it becomes available.

How much money will I get from the Penn Medicine settlement?

The total settlement fund is $9.25 million. Your individual payout will depend on how many eligible people submit claims and the specific payout structure approved by the court. Exact per-person amounts have not been announced yet — this page will be updated when that information is available.

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