Quick Answer: Magistrate Judge Michael A. Hammer granted final approval to the $35 million Labcorp AMCA data breach settlement on August 20, 2026. Claims closed September 3, 2026. Claimants chose an estimated $50 cash payment or up to $5,000 for documented losses, plus two years of medical identity monitoring. No payment date has been announced.
Key Takeaways
- Final approval granted August 20, 2026 (D.N.J.), overruling three objections
- Fund: $35 million from Labcorp
- Claim deadline September 3, 2026 has passed
- Cash payment estimated at $50; documented losses up to $5,000
- Two years of CyEx Medical Shield monitoring
- Official site: AMCADataBreachSettlement.com
What the Labcorp AMCA Settlement Is About
American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA) was a billing collection vendor for Labcorp, Quest Diagnostics, and other labs. Hackers accessed AMCA’s payment page from 2018 to 2019, exposing patients’ names, contact details, dates of birth, and in some cases payment card, bank, or Social Security information.
The cases are combined in In re: American Medical Collection Agency, Inc. Customer Data Security Breach Litigation, MDL No. 19-md-2904 in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. This $35 million settlement covers Labcorp patients. Labcorp denies wrongdoing.
What the Court Approved
On August 20, 2026, Judge Hammer signed the final approval order and judgment. The court approved:
- $11.9 million in attorneys’ fees
- $2,813,558.90 in costs
- $5,000 service awards for each of the 22 class representatives
Filed by September 3? No action is needed. Keep your contact details current with the administrator, Kroll, so your payment reaches you.
How Much Will You Get?
| Benefit | Amount | Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative cash payment | Estimated $50, pro rata | None |
| Out of pocket losses | Up to $5,000 | Documentation and attestation |
| Medical Shield monitoring | Two years | None |
The cash amount depends on how many valid claims were filed. See class action settlement payouts.
When Will Payments Arrive?
Payments wait for the settlement’s Effective Date, which follows the end of any appeals. No payment date had been announced as of late October 2026. See how long class action settlement payments take.
Timeline of the Labcorp AMCA Settlement
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2018 to 2019 | AMCA payment page compromised |
| June 2026 | Settlement announced |
| August 20, 2026 | Final approval hearing and order |
| September 3, 2026 | Claim deadline |
| Pending | Effective Date and payments |
Common Questions About the Labcorp AMCA Settlement
Was the Labcorp AMCA settlement approved?
Yes. Magistrate Judge Michael A. Hammer granted final approval on August 20, 2026.
What is the official Labcorp AMCA settlement website?
AMCADataBreachSettlement.com, administered by Kroll. Use that address and avoid lookalikes.
How much will I get?
The cash payment is estimated at $50, adjusted by claim volume. Documented losses can be paid up to $5,000.
Can I still file?
No. The deadline was September 3, 2026.
Does this cover Quest Diagnostics patients?
No. Quest and other labs were part of separate settlements in the AMCA litigation. This one covers Labcorp patients.
Is the payment taxable?
Usually not for small breach payments. See is settlement money taxable.
Summary
The Labcorp AMCA settlement won final approval on August 20, 2026. Claims are closed, and claimants will receive about $50 or reimbursed losses once the settlement takes effect.
Watch AMCADataBreachSettlement.com for payment updates, and see our open class action settlements for claims you can still file.
Official Settlement Notice
Read the court-approved notice for the Labcorp AMCA settlement below.