$17M Kroger prescription prices class action settlement

Kroger agreed to a $17 million class action settlement to resolve claims it charged unfair prices for prescription drugs.

The Kroger settlement benefits consumers who paid for one or more prescription drugs from Kroger using insurance at any point between Dec. 9, 2018, and Aug. 23, 2026.

Plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit accused Kroger of overcharging for prescription drugs by misreporting its “usual and customary” prices to insurance companies. By reporting inflated prices, Kroger allegedly forced insurance companies to reimburse it at higher rates, causing insured customers to pay more for their prescriptions.

Kroger is a brand chain that operates grocery stores and pharmacies in locations around the country.

Kroger has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a $17 million class action settlement to resolve the allegations.

Under the terms of the Kroger settlement, class members can receive a cash payment based on the amount they paid Kroger for prescriptions during the class period. Exact payment amounts will vary depending on the number of claims filed with the settlement and the amount each class member paid for their prescriptions.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is Oct. 22, 2026.

The final approval hearing for the class action settlement is scheduled for Jan. 11, 2027.

To receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by Dec. 21, 2026.

Who’s Eligible

The class action settlement benefits anyone who paid, in whole or in part, for one or more prescription drugs from Kroger using their insurance between Dec. 9, 2018, and Aug. 23, 2026.

Potential Award

Varies

Proof of Purchase

Claims of $8,000 or more require proof of payment, such as itemized receipts, canceled checks, invoices, statements, insurance documents or other business or transaction records showing the amount you paid for purchases of one or more prescription drugs.

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

12/21/2026

Case Name

Kirkbride, et al. v. The Kroger Co., Case No. 2:21-cv-00022, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio

Final Hearing

01/11/2027

Settlement Website

KrogerSavingsClubSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Kroger Savings Club Litigation Settlement
1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210
Philadelphia, PA 19103
[email protected]
888-535-4262

Class Counsel

Joseph I. Marchese
Andrew Obergfell
BURSOR & FISHER P.A.

Joel D. Smith
SMITH KRIVOSHEY P.C.

Joshua D. Arisohn
ARISOHN LLC

Defense Counsel

Selina Coleman
Michael S. Leib
REEDE SMITH LLP