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Sutter Health
Sutter Health agreed to pay $11 million to resolve claims of fraudulent anesthesia billing in California hospitals.
ClosedCalifornia onlyClaim status: Closed on June 9, 2025Payout: VariesNo longer claimable
About this settlement
Claims relate to disputed anesthesia billing practices at Sutter Health acute care hospitals in California.
This settlement resolves allegations that Sutter Health submitted fraudulent or misleading bills for anesthesia services not rendered or double-billed in California hospitals between 2003 and 2013. Eligible self-funded payers who compensated Sutter Health may receive compensation by filing a claim with proof.
Who qualifies
- California self-funded payers who paid for anesthesia services (excluding conscious sedation) at Sutter Health acute care hospitals.
- Services administered between January 1, 2003 and December 31, 2013.
Varies
Claim status: Closed on June 9, 2025