Top Class Actions  |  March 24, 2021

Category: Closed Class Actions

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Update 2:

  • Multiple appeals have been filed, and claims will not be paid out until all appeals are resolved.

Update:

  • Final approval of this settlement was granted Aug. 9, 2022.
  • Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

Individuals who file a Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement claim form may be eligible to take part in a $2.67 billion BCBS class action settlement providing financial and injunctive relief to certain consumers who were covered by BCBS health insurance or administrative services plans.

The Class includes anyone who was covered by certain BCBS health insurance or administrative services plans between February 2007 and October 2020.

The Class Period for individuals and insured groups is from Feb. 7, 2008, through Oct. 16, while the Class Period for self-funded accounts is from Sept. 1, 2015, through Oct. 16, 2020. 

Self-funded accounts are those in which the insured uses the BCBS provider network, but the group policy holder, such as an employer or organization, pays the claims.

Dependents, beneficiaries, and non-employees are not eligible Class Members.

Blue Cross Blue Shield insures more than 106 million people, or 1 in 3 Americans, according to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The insurer partners with more than 90 percent of doctors and hospitals across the United States.

A class action lawsuit had accused the company of working with others in an attempt to limit market competition throughout the country.

Blue Cross and the other settling defendants deny all allegations of wrongdoing. However, both sides have agreed to the settlement in order to avoid the risk and expense involved with ongoing litigation.

Filing a BCBS Claim Form

The BCBS class action settlement includes an Injunctive Relief Class and a Damages Class. Only members of the Damages Class are required to file a claim form.

Class Members who submit a valid Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement claim will receive a cash payment from the $1.9 billion remaining in the settlement fund after attorneys’ fees and other expenses are paid.

Individual Class Members’ payments will depend on several factors, such as the number of claims filed, the premiums the Class Member paid, and whether the insurance was fully insured or self-funded.

If a total payment comes to $5 or less, that Class Member will not receive a payment.

More information on the settlement distribution plan is available on the BCBS class action settlement website.

In addition to the monetary relief, the Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement also includes injunctive relief.

This relief consists of several actions on the part of the defendants, including implementing changes in the way they do business to increase health insurance competition opportunities in the market.

A monitoring committee will be established for five years. This committee will mediate disputes resulting from the injunctive relief.

A fairness hearing in the Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement is scheduled for Oct. 20, 2021.

The deadline to opt out of or object to the BCBS settlement is July 28, 2021.

The deadline to submit a BCBS claim form is Nov. 5, 2021.

Who’s Eligible
  • The Class includes anyone who was covered by certain Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance or administrative services plans between February 2007 and October 2020.
    • The Class Period for individuals and insured groups is from Feb. 7, 2008, through Oct. 16.
    • The Class Period for self-funded accounts is from Sept. 1, 2015, through Oct. 16, 2020. 
  • Dependents, beneficiaries, and non-employees are not eligible Class Members.
Potential Award

Varies.

  • Individual Class Members’ payments will depend on several factors, such as the number of claims filed, the premiums the Class Member paid, and whether the insurance was fully insured or self-funded.
  • If a total payment comes to $5 or less, that Class Member will not receive a payment.
  • More information on the settlement distribution plan is available on the settlement website.
Proof of Purchase

Authorized claimants will be able to review the Total Premiums Paid and/or Total Administrative Fees Paid that were used to calculate their award before funds are distributed.

If an authorized claimant disagrees with those amounts, they must provide the necessary documentation to support what they believe is the correct amount.

Claimants selecting the “Alternative Option” on the claim form must submit relevant data or records showing a higher contribution percentage. When required, sufficient documentation will include a signed attestation when other documentation is no longer available.

Claim Form

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

11/05/2021

Case Name

In re: Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation, MDL 2406 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, Southern Division

Final Hearing

10/20/2021

Settlement Website
Claims Administrator

Blue Cross Blue Shield Settlement
c/o JND Legal Administration
P.O. Box 91390
Seattle, WA 98111
888-681-1142
info@BCBSsettlement.com

Class Counsel

Michael D. Hausfeld
HAUSFELD LLP

David Boies
BOIES SCHILLER FLEXNER LLP

Defense Counsel

KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP

HOGAN LOVELLS US LLP

CROWELL & MORING LLP

CRAVATH SWAINE & MOORE LLP

MAYNARD COOPER & GALE PC

FOLEY & LARDNER LLP

SHEARMAN & STERLING LLP

BRUNINI, GRANTHAM, GROWER & HEWES PLLC

SPOTSWOOD SANSOM & SANSBURY LLC

SHAMOUN & NORMAN LLP

PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP

AXINN, VELTROP & HARKRIDER LLP

KILPATRICK TOWNSEND & STOCKTON LLP

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295 thoughts onBlue Cross Blue Shield $2.67B Settlement

  1. DK says:

    “Then I guess I wont quit my day job!”

    This is so ridiculous! Just give us the money all ready!

  2. Does it matter says:

    George, just go away please.

  3. melissa laneey laney says:

    I CHECK CLAIM STATUS IT STILL SAYS UNDER REVIEW

    1. Amber Swadling says:

      Mine said that for the longest and now says it’s past the deadline to file I don’t get it

      1. Mrs.Williams says:

        I just checked mines today and I have the same message, so I sent the claims admin an email. It was under review for months and now nothing comes up, so hopefully that means we’ll get a check soon.

        1. Ro says:

          Can someone explain to me what the heck is happening?!?!? The BCBS settlement website now states that –
          The Court granted final approval to the Settlement on August 9, 2022. However, some Settlement Class Members who objected to the Settlement have now appealed the Court’s decision to approve the Settlement!???
          So the final approval is not final?
          I’d appreciate it if someone can explain what is going on?
          Ty

      2. Geroge says:

        You honestly expected to see money out of this? Really? You do know typically less than 12% of money awarded in class actions goes to the class members.

    2. Chris H says:

      Settlement Status
      The Court granted final approval to the Settlement on August 9, 2022. However, some Settlement Class Members who objected to the Settlement have now appealed the Court’s decision to approve the Settlement. The Settlement cannot become final, and benefits cannot be distributed, until all appeals are resolved. There is currently no timeline for resolution of these appeals. When an update is available, this website will be updated.

  4. Susan Pritzker says:

    Anyone know how many claims were submitted and or approved in total?

  5. George says:

    Here we are at 8 months past the final hearing. Nobody saw a cent. I told you to expect this.

    1. Valerie Mortz-Rogers says:

      It said it was approved by the court August 9 we should get a check

      1. Francesca says:

        Well, it’s the 16th now and still nothing.
        Where did you read about the 9th?

        1. Valerie Mortz-Rogers says:

          On their website

        2. Chris H says:

          Settlement Status
          The Court granted final approval to the Settlement on August 9, 2022. However, some Settlement Class Members who objected to the Settlement have now appealed the Court’s decision to approve the Settlement. The Settlement cannot become final, and benefits cannot be distributed, until all appeals are resolved. There is currently no timeline for resolution of these appeals. When an update is available, this website will be updated.

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