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Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center and American Vision Partners

Two Arizona eye care practices settled for $725,000 over claims they discriminated against patients with disabilities needing transfer assistance for eye surgery.

ClosedArizona onlyClaim status: Closed on December 31, 2023Payout: VariesNo longer claimable

About this settlement

Compensation for patients with disabilities who needed transfer assistance for eye surgery and faced discrimination or denial of care.

This settlement resolves claims that Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center and American Vision Partners discriminated against patients with disabilities who required assistance transferring to and from surgical tables for eye surgery. Eligible patients who used third-party medical transport or were denied surgery due to transfer needs may receive compensation.

Who qualifies

  • Patients of Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center or American Vision Partners needing transfer assistance for eye surgery between Jan. 1, 2017 and Jan. 19, 2023.
  • Patients who used third-party medical transport services for eye care.
  • Patients denied eye surgery due to required transfer assistance.
  • Includes patients of affiliated practices under AVP.

Varies

Claim status: Closed on December 31, 2023

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