Peace of Mind for Surgery

Fast and affordable insurance for accidental death during surgery.

What is Samos Surgical Risk Insurance?

What is Samos Surgical Risk Insurance?

What is Samos Surgical Risk Insurance?

Samos Surgical Risk Insurance is Canada’s first insurance solution designed specifically to protect Canadians against the risk of accidental death during surgery.

It works similar to Life Insurance in the sense that if the policy holder dies during a covered procedure, the beneficiary would receive up to CAD $200,000.

Wide coverage

Hundreds of covered procedures. See full list here.

Quick & easy

No medical exams. Apply in 5 minutes and get approved instantly.

Affordable

Most of our premiums cost less than CAD $100.

Why Choose Samos Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI)?

Why Choose Samos Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI)?

Why Choose Samos Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI)?

Tailor-made insurance

Tailor-made insurance

Most insurers will not cover a person if they have a surgical procedure coming up. Samos SRI covers 85% of all elective procedures.

On-demand protection

On-demand protection

We understand that not everyone might have a financial plan and be able to get insurance before a surgery comes up. We’ve designed Samos SRI so that Canadians can get coverage when they need it most.

Empathy-first insurance

Empathy-first insurance

Medical procedures have evolved significantly throughout time but they’re still not 100% risk free. SRI was designed to bring peace-of-mind to this moment, so you can focus on recovery and the road ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

Premiums depend on your age and desired insurance coverage. Get a quote in minutes to find out what SRI would cost for you.

What coverage do you offer?

Surgical Risk Insurance insurance (SRI) offers coverage for most elective surgeries. Coverage is provided from the time of admission to the time of discharge for insurance benefits up to $200,000

Is my procedure covered?

We cover hundreds of elective procedures which account for most procedures conducted annually. We will confirm whether or not your procedure is covered during the application process.

What if my procedure is rescheduled?
What if my procedure is rescheduled?



We understand things can happen. If your procedure is rescheduled let us know 48 hours before your new admission date. 



What are Covered Elective Medical Procedures or Surgeries?
What are Covered Elective Medical Procedures or Surgeries?


Procedures or Surgeries that are scheduled in advance and performed by a licensed Physician in a Licensed Surgical Facility or Hospital, and do not involve acute trauma, a medical emergency, a life-threatening condition or a request for a procedure or surgery on an urgent category basis.

Procedures or Surgeries that are scheduled in advance and performed by a licensed Physician in a Licensed Surgical Facility or Hospital, and do not involve acute trauma, a medical emergency, a life-threatening condition or a request for a procedure or surgery on an urgent category basis.


Are there any medical requirements?

There are no medical related questions or exams other than identifying the surgery you are having.

Who can I contact with questions concerning coverage?

You can contact the Samos support team by email or telephone:

support@samos.com

1-866-875-1999

How soon before my Covered Elective Medical Procedure or Surgery do I need to sign-up?

You must sign up at least 48 hours before your planned admission date for your Covered Elective Medical Procedure or Surgery

Who can apply for coverage?

Currently we offer Surgical Risk Insurance (SRI) coverage to Canadian Residents aged 20-69.

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