KEY TAKEAWAYS
- EyeMed users have until December 11 to file for settlement money.
- Eligible Americans can claim up to $10,150 with proper proof.
- Final payouts arrive after the January 2026 approval hearing.
If you were an EyeMed Vision Care customer back in 2020, you’re almost out of time to claim your share of a $5 million data breach settlement. The clock runs out on December 11, and once that deadline passes, the door closes for good. How to claim EyeMed data breach payout
This settlement covers millions of Americans whose personal information was exposed — including names, contact details, dates of birth, and even Medicare or Medicaid numbers.
Here’s a quick breakdown of what’s on the table and how to claim it before the window shuts.
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Summary of Available Compensation
| Category | Maximum Amount | What Qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| Documented financial losses | Up to $10,000 | Fraud costs, professional fees, credit monitoring, recovery expenses |
| Lost time | Up to 4 hours at $25/hr | Time spent dealing with the breach and its fallout |
| Extra payout (residual funds) | Around $50 (estimated) | Additional distribution if money remains after primary payments |
| Required proof? | Yes | Bank statements, receipts, invoices, credit reports |
What Happened in the EyeMed Breach?
Back in 2020, EyeMed reported that an unauthorized party accessed a company email account containing sensitive customer data. The exposed information included:
- Names and addresses
- Contact details
- Dates of birth
- Health insurance and vision plan numbers
- Medicare/Medicaid IDs
- Driver’s license numbers
Notifications went out that summer, alerting users that their information may have been compromised.
How Much Money Can You Actually Get?
Here’s the thing — your payout depends heavily on documentation.
You can get up to $10,000 for verified financial losses tied directly to the breach. That includes:
- Fraud or identity theft expenses
- Attorney or accountant fees
- Credit monitoring or freezes
- Any other reasonable out-of-pocket costs
On top of that, EyeMed will pay for up to four hours of lost time, valued at $25 per hour. And if any money remains after all approved claims are processed, claimants may receive a small bonus distribution, estimated at around $50.
Proof of Loss Is Mandatory
This isn’t one of those “just enter your name and get paid” settlements.
You’ll need to upload documents that clearly support your claim. That may include:
- Bank or credit card statements
- Receipts or invoices
- Fraud reports
- Credit reports
If you don’t submit proof, your claim won’t be approved — no exceptions.
When Will Payments Go Out?
The final approval hearing is set for January 7, 2026.
Once the court signs off, payments will begin rolling out.
EyeMed agreed to the settlement but did not admit wrongdoing. Anyone who didn’t opt out by November 11 is automatically included and can file a claim online.
Don’t Miss the Deadline
The settlement site is still open, but only until December 11.
If you were notified by EyeMed in 2020, this is your final chance to get compensated for the breach.
