Clay-Platte Family Medicine Patients Eligible for Up to $15,000 in $1 Million Data Breach Settlement

Clay-Platte Family Medicine Clinic, P.C., alongside affiliated Missouri healthcare practices Summit Family and Sports Medicine and Barry Pointe Family Care, has agreed to a $1 million class action settlement to resolve claims stemming from a June 2024 cybersecurity breach. The security incident potentially compromised the sensitive personal and protected health information of nearly 54,000 patients across the United States. If you received an official notice indicating your information was exposed in the breach, you may be eligible to claim up to $15,000 in cash reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses, opt for a direct cash payment, and receive three years of free credit monitoring. To receive settlement benefits, you must file a valid claim form before the postmark deadline of September 30, 2026.

Why Clay-Platte Family Medicine Faced a Class Action Over Cyber Security Practices

The class action lawsuit, Clay-Platte Family Medicine Clinic, P.C., et al. (Case No. 4:24-cv-00704), was filed in federal court following a data security incident that occurred on or around June 26, 2024. According to court records, unauthorized third parties gained access to network servers operated by the healthcare practices, exposing highly confidential patient records.

Plaintiffs in the lawsuit alleged that the medical providers failed to implement reasonable cybersecurity protections, leaving patient records vulnerable to unauthorized access. The lawsuit asserted claims under state consumer protection statutes, arguing that patients entrusted the clinic with sensitive health data under the expectation that it would be properly safeguarded. The defendants deny any wrongdoing or liability, maintaining that their cybersecurity systems were appropriate, but agreed to the $1 million settlement to avoid the expense, delay, and uncertainty of ongoing litigation.

What Sensitive Patient Data Was Compromised in the June 2024 Cyber Attack

The cyber breach exposed a wide range of sensitive personal identifiers and protected health information (PHI) belonging to approximately 53,916 individuals. Information potentially accessed or stolen during the incident included:

• Full names and residential addresses

• Social Security numbers and dates of birth

• Confidential medical records and treatment information

• Telephone numbers and gender details

When health records and Social Security numbers are exposed, individuals face a heightened risk of medical identity theft, fraudulent credit account creation, and targeted phishing schemes. The settlement aims to provide immediate financial relief and protective tools to help affected patients safeguard their identities.

Breakdown of Benefits and Cash Payouts Available Under the $1 Million Settlement

The $1 million settlement fund will cover settlement administration costs, potential court-approved attorneys’ fees, and direct compensation to class members. The settlement offers three primary benefit categories to eligible patients:

• Documented Out-of-Pocket Loss Reimbursement (Up to $15,000): Class members who incurred verified expenses related to the data breach can submit a claim for up to $15,000. Coverable losses include unreimbursed costs from identity theft or financial fraud, credit monitoring services purchased after June 26, 2024, professional fees, credit repair costs, postage, and related administrative expenses. Supporting documentation, such as receipts, invoices, or bank statements, is required.

• Pro Rata Cash Payment (No Proof Required): In lieu of claiming documented out-of-pocket losses, class members may elect to receive a pro rata cash payment. The final cash amount will depend on the total number of valid claims submitted.

• Three Years of Free Credit and Medical Monitoring: All class members—regardless of whether they claim cash payments—can sign up for three years of CyEx Medical Shield Total. This service includes three-bureau credit monitoring, dark web scanning, fraud alerts, access to identity theft resolution support, and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance.

In addition to financial compensation, the healthcare providers have committed to maintaining enhanced data security practices for at least five years to strengthen their network protections against future cyber threats.

Who Is Eligible to File a Claim for Settlement Benefits

You may be eligible to participate in the settlement if you reside in the United States and received a written or electronic notice from Clay-Platte Family Medicine Clinic, Summit Family and Sports Medicine, or Barry Pointe Family Care informing you that your personal or protected health information was potentially compromised in the June 2024 data breach.

If you received an official notice in the mail or by email, it will contain a unique Notice ID and Confirmation Code that allows you to complete an online claim form quickly.

Important Deadlines and Legal Options for Affected Patients

If you belong to the settlement class, you must select one of the following legal options before court-ordered deadlines pass:

• File a Claim Form (Deadline: September 30, 2026): Submitting a claim form online or postmarked by September 30, 2026, is the only way to receive cash reimbursement, a pro rata payout, or free credit monitoring services. By filing a claim, you release your right to sue the healthcare practices separately regarding the data breach.

• Exclude Yourself / Opt Out (Deadline: September 6, 2026): If you submit a formal request for exclusion by September 6, 2026, you will not receive settlement benefits, but you preserve your right to file an independent lawsuit against the defendants over these claims.

• Object to the Settlement (Deadline: September 29, 2026): You may file a written objection with the court explaining why you do not believe the settlement terms should be approved.

• Fairness Hearing (September 29, 2026): The court will hold a final approval hearing on September 29, 2026, to consider whether to grant final approval to the settlement agreement. Payouts and credit monitoring enrollment details will be distributed only after final approval is granted and any appeals are resolved.

If you received a notice regarding the Clay-Platte data breach, you can submit your claim form online at the official court-approved website (CPFMSettlement.com) using your assigned Notice ID and Confirmation Code. Alternatively, you can download a paper claim form, complete it, and mail it to the Settlement Administrator at CFM Settlement, Attn: Claim Forms, 1650 Arch St., Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103.