If you’ve followed our updates on settlements like the other data breach class actions or the AllCare Plus Pharmacy case, you know that Sparrow helps consumers turn wrongs into reimbursements. This time, it’s about fraudulent billing practices—a $11 million class action settlement with Sutter Health, one of California’s largest healthcare networks.
The class action lawsuit claims that Sutter Health billed self-funded insurance plans and government entities for anesthesia services that were either unnecessary, never rendered, or misleadingly described. If you paid Sutter for anesthesia services in an operating room at a Sutter acute care hospital between January 1, 2003, and December 31, 2013, you could be eligible.
Read on for key details about who qualifies, how much you may receive, what proof is needed, and why Sparrow makes filing simple and stress-free.
Unpacking the anesthesia billing allegations
The class action lawsuit alleges that between 2003 and 2013, Sutter Health systematically overbilled for anesthesia services. Plaintiffs argue that Sutter:
- Charged for services that were never actually provided
- Billed for medically unnecessary services
- Misrepresented procedures, leading to inflated billing
- Double-billed patients and third-party payers in some cases
Sutter Health denied all wrongdoing but agreed to an $11 million settlement to avoid the burden and cost of prolonged litigation. The case primarily affects self-funded payers and governmental entities in California that covered anesthesia expenses for patients treated in acute care operating rooms during the period.
This settlement follows a broader pattern of scrutiny into hospital billing practices, particularly in California, where several large systems have come under fire for billing discrepancies and monopolistic behavior. The goal of the settlement is to refund affected parties and restore confidence in healthcare transparency.
Who’s Eligible for the Settlement
You may be eligible if:
- You are a self-funded payer or a state or local governmental entity in California
- You paid Sutter Health for anesthesia services (excluding conscious sedation)
- The services occurred in operating rooms at a Sutter acute care hospital
- Between January 1, 2003, and December 31, 2013
- And you were a California citizen as of January 6, 2015
What You Can Get
Settlement payments will be distributed on a pro rata basis depending on the number of valid claims. The exact payout amount will depend on:
- Your total qualifying payment to Sutter for anesthesia services
- The number of valid claims submitted by other class members
There is no fixed per-person award; payment depends on documentation and claim volume.
Required Documentation
To receive compensation, eligible parties should prepare:
- Invoices or account statements showing payments made to Sutter Health
- Receipts or financial records tied to anesthesia charges
- Tax documents or employer contribution records if applicable
- Proof of being a California citizen on January 6, 2015
How to File a Claim with Sparrow
Let Sparrow simplify your claim process:
- Visit the official settlement website: secure.sutteranesthesiabillinglawsuit.com
- Collect your documentation related to anesthesia billing during the covered period
- Go to Sparrow’s Claim Assistance page and complete the intake form
- Upload your paperwork, and we’ll handle the rest—no legal jargon, no stress
Important Deadlines
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| File your claim | June 9, 2025 |
Filing late means forfeiting your chance at reimbursement.
Case Snapshot
- Case Name: Unavailable (as per official site)
- Settlement Website: secure.sutteranesthesiabillinglawsuit.com
- Claims Administrator: A.B. Data, Ltd.
- Phone Number: 1-877-888-4232
Conclusion
Medical costs are high enough without the added burden of billing fraud. The Sutter Health class action settlement offers a crucial opportunity to reclaim funds wrongfully charged for anesthesia services. With a fund of $11 million, eligible self-funded payers and government entities can finally recoup losses.
But time is short—the claim deadline is June 9, 2025. Let Sparrow help you submit a complete, accurate claim backed by the right documents. Start your Sutter Health claim now, and while you’re at it, check our Class Action News for the latest updates—because justice shouldn’t come with a billing code.