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A settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit against CAMC and two doctors over allegations of unnecessary hernia surgeries performed in conjunction with bariatric surgeries.

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About this settlement

Allegations of unnecessary hernia surgeries performed at CAMC in conjunction with bariatric procedures.

A $40 million settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit filed against Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) and two doctors. The lawsuit alleged that unnecessary hernia repair procedures were performed in conjunction with bariatric surgeries. The hospital and doctors denied the allegations. Class members will receive a monetary payment once the settlement is approved by the court. Attorneys for the plaintiffs expressed satisfaction with the resolution, noting it was a complex case.

Who qualifies

  • Individuals who underwent unnecessary hernia repair procedures in conjunction with bariatric surgeries at CAMC.
  • Exact eligibility criteria will be determined by the court and settlement administrator.

Compensation pending

Claim deadline: Pending court decision

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