Tampa General Data Breach Settlement – How to Claim Up to $7,500 Before the Deadline

If you got a letter or email from Tampa General Hospital (TGH) in 2023 about a cybersecurity breach, you might be entitled to up to $7,500 in compensation—or at least $125 or one year of free credit monitoring.

This is part of a $6.8 million class action settlement following a major data breach in May 2023. You don’t need to prove financial loss to claim a benefit—but you must file by May 12, 2025.

This guide breaks it all down: who qualifies, what you can get, and how to file quickly and easily.

Overview

Tampa General’s breach impacted thousands of patients, employees, and others whose personal data was stored on hospital systems. The exposed info includes names, Social Security numbers, contact details, and even medical records.

If you were notified about the breach, you may qualify for compensation—even if you’ve had no issues (yet). Filing a claim is fast, free, and a smart move for protecting your identity.

Breach

Between May 12 and May 30, 2023, hackers accessed TGH’s internal systems and revealed sensitive data, including:

• Full names
• Social Security Numbers
• Birthdates
• Phone numbers and addresses
• Medical and insurance records
• Government-issued ID numbers

TGH worked with security experts to contain the incident. They didn’t admit to any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid lengthy legal battles.

Eligibility

You’re likely eligible if you:

• Received a notice from TGH in 2023
• Were affected by the breach
• File your claim before May 12, 2025

Even if you haven’t seen any fraud or financial loss, you can still claim $125 or free credit monitoring.

Need help checking eligibility? Contact the Settlement Administrator at 1-877-817-1030 or [email protected].

Payouts

Here’s a breakdown of your options:

Option	Details
Extraordinary Losses	Up to $7,500 for major fraud, ID theft, legal fees
Ordinary Losses	Up to $1,500 for reissued cards, credit fees, etc.
Flat Payment	One-time $125 with no documentation required
Credit Monitoring	One year of three-bureau monitoring + ID theft insurance

Filing

Here’s how to file your claim:

1. Go to the Official Site: floridahealthsettlement.com
2. Select Your Option:
   • Flat $125
   • Credit monitoring
   • Ordinary or extraordinary documented losses
3. Fill Out the Form:
   • Name, address, contact info
   • Claim ID (from your notification letter/email)
   • Upload supporting docs (if applicable)
4. Submit:
   • File online or mail it to:
     Florida Health Settlement Administrator
     P.O. Box 6186
     Novato, CA 94948-6186

Deadline: All claims must be submitted or postmarked by May 12, 2025.

After Filing

Once you file:

• You’ll receive a confirmation email (if done online)
• Claims will be reviewed
• They may request more documentation
• Payments are expected after final court approval (mid-2025)

Importance

Healthcare data breaches are becoming more common. Over 113 million records were revealed in 2023—a 60% increase from the previous year. That means even if nothing bad has happened yet, your info could still be floating around.

Filing a claim isn’t just about money—it’s about protecting yourself and holding companies accountable.

Tips

• Check your credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com
• Freeze your credit with Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion
• Use strong, unique passwords (and update them regularly)
• Watch out for phishing emails or suspicious calls
• Set up fraud alerts with your bank or credit card companies

Claiming your benefit takes just a few minutes—but can help protect your identity for years.

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