SAMi Funding Guide

Some users have been able to successfully obtain reimbursement from insurance for SAMi, unfortunately though, it's pretty uncommon and we've heard it can be an uphill battle. This is true not just for SAMi, but many other similar monitors and wearables - even those with FDA approval. 

Luckily, there are many private organizations out there that  exist to fill this gap, providing funding for devices like ours when insurance typically won't (regardless of income level!). Below you'll find a list of these organizations, as well as instruction on how to secure your SAMi through them.

Cost should never stand between you and the technology you need to stay safe, or improve your quality of life. If you are in need of additional help, or have questions, don't hesitate to send us a chat or contact us by emailing info@samialert.com

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Funding Partners

Simple, easy, and empathetic organizations prepared to cover the cost of SAMi when cost is a barrier.

The Danny Did Foundation

"We’ve been working closely with SAMi for nearly 10 years now. During that time, our device grant program has helped over 750 epilepsy patients and caregivers to secure SAMi Kits.

We believe intervention during a seizure event may reduce the risk of SUDEP, reduce injuries, and allows caregivers to provide seizure first aid."

Tom Stanton, President
Mary Duffy, Executive Director

The Chelsea Hutchison Foundation

" The SAMi The Sleep Activity Monitor has been an excellent option for many families… Imagine being able to show your neurologist or epileptologist exactly what is happening at night.

I've known the Andersons (inventors of SAMi) for over 10 years now and together we've helped hundreds of parents sleep a little safer with effective night-time monitoring

Julie Hutchison, Founder and CEO

Jon Shaw Foundation

"We are really excited about working with the Anderson family to produce and place the SAMi Kit in the hands of young people living with epilepsy in the UK.

SAMi continues to bring peace of mind to these families, who know SAMi will alert them if needed at night."

Wendy Shaw, Founder and CEO

Danny Did

Elevating awareness of, and access to, technologies that enable early intervention and added safety when a seizure occurs.

Countries Covered:

Global Coverage - Including USA, Canada, UK, Europe, and others

Who qualifies?

Anyone that considers finances a barrier to obtaining a seizure detection device including parents, caregivers, and patients in the US, Canada, or other countries abroad.

How long does it take?

Depending on how many applications are ahead of yours, our experience has been it takes anywhere between 2-7 days to receive funding

Funding amount

Full or partial funding available

Process

Print, fill out and sign and send your application to enjoylife@dannydid.org
Once submitted, you'll be contacted for a 30 minute phone conversation.

Download Application

The Jon Shaw Foundation

JSF supports young people in the UK and Ireland to access monitors, alarms and other equipment which would not normally be available on the NHS.

Countries Covered:

UK & Ireland

Who qualifies?

Young people (under 25 years) and their families / caregivers

How long does it take?

Anywhere between 2-7 days to receive funding

Funding amount

Full or partial funding available

Process

Download, complete, and email your application to enquiries@jonshawfoundation.org

Download Application

Isaiah Stone

ISF's mission is to help families who care for someone who has epilepsy, support organizations seeking to cure the disease and inspire others to lead

Countries Covered: All

USA

Who qualifies?

Families in the USA who care for someone with epilepsy

How long does it take?

Anywhere between 2-7 days to receive funding

Funding amount

Full or partial funding available

Process

Contact the Isaiah Stone Foundation, explain a bit about your situation, and indicate that you'd like to know how they can help you secure a seizure detection device

Email Isaiah Stone

Medicaid Waivers

State Grants and waivers provide financial assistance for specific medical or developmental needs. This is to help families like yours access necessary medical equipment, such as SAMi. They are run by individual States, so eligibility requirements and programs may vary.

Health Savings Accounts

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are tax-advantaged savings accounts designed to help individuals and families cover qualified medical expenses. They can be used to purchase a SAMi directly through our website. If insurance denied your approval or you simply don’t want to wait, then this is a great option.

Insurance + Medicaid

Although SAMi has many benefits for families, insurance will typically only reimburse a device like ours for significant safety concerns or other well documented behaviors that could cause injury. In our experience, most SAMi customers have purchased SAMi directly and submitted their claim directly to insurance. 


Here is some information you may need when submitting to insurance:

- CPT or HCPC Code: E1399
- NPI: 1437562881
- SAMi Legal Name: HiPass Design LLC
- FEIN: 45-4602935

It may be helpful to include links to articles written about SAMi as well as our website to supplement.

Private Pay

The quickest way to get your SAMi is to purchase directly through our website.

We accept various payment methods, and have partnered with Affirm and ShopPay to offer 0% APR financing to most who apply. These options are available at checkout.

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