Specialized Accident Insurance Coverage For Divers
DAN dive accident insurance* is an affordable way for divers to obtain insurance against the costs of dive injuries that are often left uncovered by typical health insurance.
- Covers diving, nondiving and named water sports accidents & injuries
- Pays 100% of eligible accident medical expenses up to US$500,000
- Plans recognized worldwide
- Join DAN first, then add your insurance
- Annual coverage starts at US$40/year
- Also available for divers age 70 and over in the U.S. and Canada
Help Is Just A Phone Call Away
Members have access to dive accident insurance coverage that is recognized worldwide.
DAN Dive Accident Insurance May Make A World Of Difference
When you’re far from home and need emergency medical assistance, it pays to have DAN dive accident coverage.
DCS In Maldives
DAN dive accident insurance Guardian plan paid US$33,697 for two covered
divers who needed several days of hyperbaric treatments.
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Barotrauma In Honduras
DAN dive accident insurance Preferred plan covered a diver for
US$14,713 who suffered severe barotrauma and DCS.
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Evacuation In Maldives
DAN dive accident insurance Guardian plan handled US$19,787 in expenses
for six hyperbaric chamber treatments after an air evacuation.
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“DAN dive accident insurance is a smart, affordable way to cover the unexpected medical expenses resulting from a covered dive injury or accident.”
Dr. Jim Chimiak MD
Medical Director, Divers Alert Network
Triple board certified physician in hyperbaric medicine, anesthesiology and chronic pain management
*This is a non-paid endorsement
Dive Accident Insurance Resources
Have questions about DAN dive accident insurance? Explore these helpful resources.
DAN Customer Service
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
+1 (919) 684-2948
+1-800-446-2671
FAX: +1 (919) 490-6630
24/7 Emergency Hotline
In event of a dive accident or injury, call local EMS first then call DAN.
24/7 Emergency Hotline
+1 (919) 684-9111
(Collect calls accepted)
DAN must arrange transportation for covered emergency medical evacuation fees to be paid.
Medical Information Line
Get answers to your non-emergency related, health and diving questions.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
+1 (919) 684-2948, Option 2
ONLINE: Ask A Medic
Allow 24-48 hours for a response.
*Compare coverage for complete coverage details; coverage and availability varies by state, province and plan.
For residents of IN, MN, NH, NY, OH and WA, insurance is underwritten by The United States Life Insurance Company in the City of New York, NAIC No. 70106 domiciled in the state of New York with a principal place of business of One World Financial Center, 200 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10281. It is currently authorized to transact business in all states, plus DC, except PR. This summary is a brief description of benefits only and is subject to the terms, conditions and limitations. Coverage may vary by state. AG 12070
For residents of all other U.S. states and the District of Columbia insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa., a Pennsylvania insurance company with its principal place of business at 175 Water Street, New York, NY 10038. It is currently authorized to conduct insurance business in all states and the District of Columbia. NAIC No. 19445. This summary provides only brief descriptions of the coverages available under Policy Series S30854DBG. The issued policy and certificate will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions, definitions and termination provisions. Full details of the coverage will be contained in the issued policy and certificate. If there are any conflicts between this summary and the issued policy and certificate, the policy and certificate shall govern in all cases. Coverage may vary by state.