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Washington Gastroenterology Settles $4.6M Data Breach Lawsuit

Washington Gastroenterology Settles $4.6M Data Breach Lawsuit

First seen 23 Oct 2026, 17:42 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 23, 2026 at 18:47 UTC
  • •Over 580,000 individuals affected by the data breach.
  • •Settlement includes $4.6 million fund for class action claims.
  • •Court approval for settlement is pending until January 2027.

Washington Gastroenterology has agreed to a $4.6 million settlement following a data breach that occurred on October 23, 2024, affecting 583,741 individuals. The breach involved unauthorized access to sensitive personal and health information, including names, Social Security numbers, and medical records. A class action lawsuit was initiated, alleging negligence in safeguarding patient data. Although the healthcare provider denies wrongdoing, the settlement aims to cover claims from affected individuals. Class members may receive cash payments and credit monitoring services. The settlement has received preliminary court approval, with a final hearing scheduled for January 29, 2027.

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Timeline

2024-10-23
Data breach occurred
Unauthorized access to Washington Gastroenterology's network led to a data breach affecting 583,741 individuals.
Hipaajournal
2025-01-28
Breach identified
Washington Gastroenterology confirmed the data breach and began investigations into the incident.
Hipaajournal
2025-05-23
Employee notification
Affected employees were notified about the data breach and its implications.
Hipaajournal
2025-08-22
Patient notification
Patients were informed about the breach and the potential risks to their personal information.
Hipaajournal
2026-10-22
Settlement announced
Washington Gastroenterology agreed to a $4.6 million settlement to resolve the class action lawsuit related to the data breach.
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Common questions

Who is affected by the data breach?
The breach affected 583,741 individuals whose personal and health information was compromised.
What compensation can affected individuals receive?
Eligible class members may receive up to $4,000 for documented losses or a pro rata cash payment estimated at $75.
When will the final settlement approval occur?
The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for January 29, 2027.