Apria Healthcare Class Action Settlement for Data Breach Opens Claims

Who May Participate in this Settlement?

Apria Healthcare patients and employees may generally take part in this settlement if they meet these specific criteria:

• Received notice directly from Apria Healthcare about the data breaches.
• Received constructive notice (such as through public announcements) that information may have been compromised.
• Had data potentially exposed during the first breach period (April 5 - May 7, 2019).
• Had data potentially exposed during the second breach period (August 27 - October 10, 2021).
• Received home healthcare equipment or services during the breach periods.
• Had personal information stored in company systems.

The settlement class specifically includes anyone who received notice from Apria that their information "may have been compromised" in these incidents. 

This broad language means eligible participants do not need proof that cyber thieves stole their data—just that it was potentially accessible to hackers.

Verifying eligibility

Interested parties may confirm eligibility in the following manners:

• Check mail: Apria sent notices to the last known addresses of affected individuals.
• Look for Class Member ID: This unique identifier appears on received settlement notices.
• Contact the settlement administrator: Call Kroll Settlement Administration LLC at 833-890-6558.
• Visit the official website: ApriaSettlement.com and use the eligibility verification tool.
• Review records: Check if you received Apria services or worked there from 2019 to 2021.

Settlement administrators maintain a comprehensive list of all 1,869,598 eligible class members and can look up information via name and address.

Available Apria Data Breach Compensation 

The settlement provides potential cash payments to eligible members who suffered alleged financial losses due to the breach.

Out-of-pocket expense reimbursement

Participants may possibly claim up to $2,000 per person for documented out-of-pocket expenses that are "fairly traceable" to the data breach. 

Covered expenses can include:

• Identity theft and fraud losses: Unauthorized charges or fraudulent accounts opened in your name.
• Credit monitoring services: Costs for monitoring services purchased after learning about the breach.
• Professional fees: Attorney consultations, accountant fees, and credit repair service costs.
• Credit freeze expenses: Fees paid to freeze or unfreeze your credit with reporting agencies
• Miscellaneous costs: Notary fees, postage, phone charges, mileage.

Pro-rata compensation 

Beyond expense reimbursement, valid claimants may possibly receive an equal share of the remaining settlement fund. 

Eligible participants may claim this cash payment alone or combine it with expense reimbursement. 

The settlement administrator will make pro rata calculations after processing all claims and paying other settlement costs.

Claim Documentation Required 

Out-of-pocket claims require "third-party documentation” to support claimed losses.

• Receipts or invoices: Original documents showing amounts paid for breach-related services.
• Bank statements: Highlighting unauthorized transactions or fees.
• Credit card statements: Showing fraudulent charges or monitoring service payments.
• Police reports: Essential for identity theft claims.
• IRS documents: Form 4506 or letters regarding fraudulent tax returns.
• Credit reports: Showing inquiries or accounts you didn't authorize.
• Correspondence: Letters from creditors about fraudulent accounts.

The claims administrator cannot accept self-prepared documents like handwritten receipts as primary evidence. However, claimants may include such records to clarify or support other documentation. 

Cash payment claims

The pro rata payment requires minimal documentation:

• Class Member ID: Found on settlement notices.
• Current contact information: Updated address, phone, and email.
• Bank details for electronic payment: Routing and account numbers (optional but faster).
• Completed claim form: With required signatures and certifications.

No additional proof is typically needed—only verify class member identity and choose a payment method.

How to Submit a Claim

Online filing is one of the fastest and most convenient option.

1. Visit ApriaSettlement.com.
2. Click "File a Claim" and enter the Class Member ID.
3. Choose the claim type: expense reimbursement, cash payment, or both.
4. Upload supporting documents directly through the secure portal.
5. Select electronic ACH payment for faster processing.
6. Review the submission and save the confirmation number.
7. Receive email confirmation immediately.

The website works on computers, tablets, and smartphones, and saves progress if time is needed to gather documents.

Mail-In claim option

Eligible participants may also download a PDF claim form or call the claims administrator for a mailed copy. 

Claimants should mail their forms via certified mail to: In re Apria Data Breach Litigation, c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, P.O. Box 225391, New York, NY, 10150-5391.