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Esse Health Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Esse Health data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Esse Health
Esse Health is a large independent primary care group based in the St. Louis Metropolitan area. With 45 offices and over 170 healthcare providers, Esse Health has served the community since 1996. The organization’s mission is to put patients and their physicians at the center of healthcare decisions.
Esse Health is led by a team of experienced healthcare professionals and executives. They have also embraced technology, offering virtual care options to patients through their EsseNow platform.
What Happened?
In April 2025, Esse Health experienced a cyberattack that disrupted parts of its computer network. This incident affected many patients and temporarily halted some healthcare services. On May 7, 2025, information about the breach surfaced on the open web, confirming that a cybercriminal attack had occurred.
Upon detecting unusual activity, Esse Health took immediate steps to secure its systems and brought in third-party cybersecurity specialists to investigate. While the investigation is ongoing, Esse Health has stated that if it is determined that any individual’s confidential data was compromised, those individuals will be notified directly.
At this time, Esse Health has not specified the exact types of information that may have been exposed. The company is committed to restoring its systems and strengthening its cybersecurity measures.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you are a current or former patient of Esse Health, you may have questions about your rights and what to do next. Here’s what you need to know:
- Esse Health is still investigating the full scope of the breach. If your information is found to be affected, you should receive direct notification from the company.
- Even if you have not yet been notified, it is important to remain vigilant. Monitor your financial accounts, credit reports, and medical records for any suspicious activity.
- You have the right to seek legal counsel if you believe your personal information was compromised as a result of this breach.
- Lawyers are ready to help you understand your options, including the possibility of joining a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for any harm suffered.
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You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Esse Health data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you navigate your legal options and pursue a claim.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit, complete the below form.
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