Wellstar Health Tracking Pixel Class Action Settlement
Case Overview
Wellstar Health System, a not-for-profit regional healthcare network serving Georgia, reached a settlement to resolve allegations concerning its use of tracking technologies on its website and patient portal. These technologies reportedly disclosed patient information to outside entities, including Meta and Google.
The class action lawsuit alleged that Wellstar violated the privacy rights of individuals by transmitting sensitive data, such as protected health information and personally identifiable information, to third parties via tracking pixels on its web properties. Wellstar has not admitted any wrongdoing regarding these claims.
Class members who are residents of the United States and whose information was exposed between February 19, 2020, and July 22, 2026, are eligible to receive a proportional share of the settlement fund by submitting a valid claim form by November 10, 2026. The final approval hearing is set for December 1, 2026.
Who May Qualify
All persons residing in the United States whose information was disclosed to a third party between February 19, 2020, and July 22, 2026, through tracking technologies on Wellstar’s web properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Wellstar settlement?
The settlement benefits all individuals residing in the United States whose personal information was disclosed to a third party through tracking technologies on Wellstar’s website or patient portal between February 19, 2020, and July 22, 2026.
What is the deadline for filing a claim?
Class members must submit a valid claim form by November 10, 2026, to be considered for settlement benefits.
What happens to the remaining funds?
Any funds remaining after the distribution to class members will be donated to the Good Samaritan Health Center of Cobb, pending court approval.
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