People affected by the 2024 Alpine Ear, Nose & Throat PLLC data breach may qualify for cash payments and free credit monitoring from a class action settlement.
Eligible class members may claim:
Up to $5,000 for documented losses
Up to $80 for lost time
A $50 alternative cash payment
Two years of credit and medical monitoring
If you received a notice about the Alpine ENT data incident, here’s a quick breakdown of what the settlement covers and how to file your claim before the deadline.
Why Was This Lawsuit Filed?
The lawsuit claims a third-party cyberattack on Alpine Ear, Nose & Throat PLLC’s network in October 2024 may have exposed patients’ private and health information.
According to the complaint, the breach potentially involved personally identifiable information and protected health information.
Alpine ENT denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle the lawsuit to avoid the risks and costs of continued litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included in the settlement if:
You reside in the United States
Your private information was or may have been involved in the October 2024 Alpine ENT data incident
You received notice of the data breach or settlement
Who Is Excluded?
Excluded from the settlement are:
Directors and officers of Alpine ENT
Government entities
The judge assigned to the case, the court staff, and the immediate family members
How Much Can You Get?
Eligible class members can choose from several settlement benefits.
Cash Payment A — Documented Losses
Class members may claim up to:
$5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses
Eligible expenses may include:
Identity theft or fraud losses
Credit monitoring costs
Credit freeze/unfreeze fees
Replacement ID costs
Postage expenses for contacting banks
Losses must:
Occur between Oct. 9, 2024, and July 23, 2026
Not already be reimbursed by another source
Documentation such as receipts or bank statements is required.
Cash Payment B — Lost Time
Class members who spent time responding to the data breach may claim:
Up to $80 for lost time
The settlement allows up to:
4 hours
At $20 per hour
Examples of qualifying activities include:
Changing passwords
Investigating suspicious account activity
Researching the data breach
Claimants must briefly explain how they spent the time.
Cash Payment C — Alternative Cash Payment
Instead of claiming documented losses or lost time, eligible class members may choose:
A one-time $50 cash payment
No documentation is required for this option.
Free Credit Monitoring
All class members may also enroll in:
Two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete
This benefit includes:
Medical monitoring
Single-bureau credit monitoring
$1 million in medical identity theft insurance
Fraud resolution assistance
The service also monitors for:
Healthcare insurance ID exposure
Medical record number exposure
Unauthorized HSA spending
Your Options at a Glance
| Option | What You Can Receive | Documentation Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Cash Payment A | Up to $5,000 for documented losses | Yes |
| Cash Payment B | Up to $80 for lost time | Brief explanation only |
| Cash Payment C | $50 alternative cash payment | No |
| Credit Monitoring | Two years of monitoring and identity protection | No |
How to File a Claim?
Eligible class members can file online or by mail.
What You’ll Need
To file online, you’ll need:
Your Login ID
Your PIN from the settlement notice
If you cannot locate your information, contact the settlement administrator at:
[email protected]
833-386-6505
You may need to provide your full name and mailing address.
Filing by Mail
Mail completed claim forms and supporting documentation to:
Alpine ENT Data Incident Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799
Payment Options
Approved claimants may choose payment by:
PayPal
Venmo
Zelle
Virtual prepaid card
Physical check
When Will Payments Be Sent?
According to the settlement website, payments and credit monitoring activation codes will be distributed within:
60 days after final court approval and resolution of appeals
