Compare Trupanion Pet Insurance

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Company Info
Company Name Trupanion
Also Known As  
Address 1148 NW Leary Way
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone 1-800-569-7913
Website www.trupanionpetinsurance.com
Plan Name(s) Trupanion Accident and Illness
States Covered The following states ARE covered:

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NV, KY, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV

Call Trupanion to see if your state has been added.
Underwriter and AM Best Financial Strength Rating Insurance underwritten by American Pet Insurance Company which has an AM Best Financial Strength Rating of NR-1 as of 2/08/10.

For the most recent ratings go to: AM Best and enter the name of the underwriter in the box labeled 'Text'.
Year Company Started 2008 in the USA

 

Policy Basics
Policy Term Policy is renewed monthly
Effective Date The Effective Date will be listed on the Declarations Page of your policy after you apply and are accepted.
Enrollment Age Pet must be over 8 weeks and under 14 years of age
Cancellation Policy Ask for a current copy of their insurance policy so that you may review their cancellation policy
Waiting Period 5 days from the policy effective date for accidents

30 days from the policy effective date for illness
Waiting Period for Cruciate Injury Cruciate injuries are subject to the 5 day accident/injury waiting period.
Coverage When Travel Out of State or Country? Out of State Coverage - You WILL be covered while traveling to other states with your pet.

Out of Country Coverage - You WILL be covered when traveling to Canada with your pet
Can the Price of the Policy Increase as my Pet Ages? Rate does not increase due to age but can increase due to inflation.
Does Coverage Stop Due to Age? No
What Happens when the Policy Renews? Chronic conditions will continue to be covered as long as you do not go over your Maximum Lifetime Payout (See 'Max Lifetime Payout' section below)
Can the Price of the Policy Increase if a Claim is Filed? No
Choice of Vet? You can choose any licensed veterinarian in the US and Canada, but you must live in the US permanently to purchase a policy
Money Back Guarantee? If you change your mind within 30 days they will refund your money in full as long as you have not filed a claim.
Surcharge for Visiting a Specialist or Emergency Clinic? No
Referral needed to Visit a Specialist? No
Pre-certification Required? No
Additional Requirements **See actual policy or call Trupanion for a complete list of the requirements you are expected to adhere to in order to maintain coverage.
Pet Insurance Policy Available for Pre-Purchase Review? Sample policy available online

 

What's Covered
Species Covered Dogs and Cats
Accident/Injury -
Baseline Coverage		 Covers diagnostics and lab tests, surgery, treatments, hospitalization, prescription medications.

Does not cover veterinary exam fee.
Illness -
Baseline Coverage		 Covers diagnostics and lab tests, surgery, treatments, hospitalization, prescription medications.

Does not cover veterinary exam fee.
Behavioral Therapy Coverage [NO]
Alternative Therapy Coverage [NO]
Pre-existing Conditions Policy Pre-existing conditions are not covered.

According to the sample policy on their website, a pre-existing condition "...means
  1. Illness or the recurrence of any illness or condition which first occurred or displayed any signs and/or symptoms consistent with the stated illness or condition prior to your pet's policy effective date.
  2. An injury or recurrence of an injury that occurred prior to the policy effective date.
  3. Any condition or complication resulting from pre-existing conditions (1) or (2)."
**See actual policy or call Trupanion for complete description of pre-existing conditions.
Hereditary & Congenital Conditions Coverage Hereditary and congenital conditions are covered as long as your pet is not showing signs and the disease has not been diagnosed or suspected prior to enrollment or during the waiting period.

Coverage for hip dysplasia requires the purchase of an optional add on which is available to pets who are enrolled before their 1st birthday. This addon can be purchased up to 30 days after the policy effective date.

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for complete description of their Hereditary & Congenital Conditions Policy.
Continual Coverage for Chronic Conditions [INCLUDED] Continual coverage for chronic conditions is included in policy.

Chronic conditions are covered up to the maximum lifetime payout. (See 'Max Lifetime Payout' section below)
Chronic Conditions Policy Chronic conditions are covered up to the maximum lifetime payout. (See 'Max Lifetime Payout' section below)

They do not cover chronic conditions that are pre-existing or that occur during the waiting period.

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for complete description of their Chronic Conditions Policy.
Cancer Coverage [INCLUDED] Cancer conditions are covered if they are not pre-existing and have not occurred during the waiting period.

(See 'Chronic Conditions Policy' section above)
Cancer Coverage Limits Cancer conditions are covered as long as you do not go over your maximum lifetime payout. (See 'Max Lifetime Payout' section below)
Hip Dysplasia [OPTIONAL] Hip dysplasia coverage is available as an optional addon for pets enrolled before their 1st birthday. This addon can be purchased up to 30 days after the policy effective date.

Your pet must not be showing signs and the disease must not have been diagnosed or suspected prior to enrollment or during the waiting period.

(See 'Hereditary & Congenital Conditions Coverage' section above)
Prescription Drug Coverage [INCLUDED]

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for full list of inclusions and exclusions
Pregnancy Coverage [NO]
Routine/Wellness Coverage [NO] - Routine Care is not covered or offered as an addon
Vaccinations [NO] - Routine Care is not covered or offered as an addon
Spay/Neuter [NO] - Routine Care is not covered or offered as an addon
Dental Care (Routine) [NO] - Routine Care is not covered or offered as an addon
Dental Care (Illness/Accident) [LIMITED COVERAGE] If injury to teeth is caused by an accident, they cover the cost of extractions of damaged teeth and of reconstruction of upper and lower canine teeth. If the dental illness is due to neglect the condition it is not covered. If dental illness is due to neglect it may be covered.

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for full list of inclusions and exclusions.
Bilateral Conditions Policy If your pet develops a Bilateral Condition before your policy effective date or during the waiting period, it will not be covered and if your pet develops the same condition on the opposite side after the waiting period it will not be covered. For example if a dog has been diagnosed with a cruciate tear in this left knee before the effective date or during the waiting period, a cruciate tear in the right leg will not be covered. Even if it happens after the waiting period.

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for a list of medical conditions that are considered bilateral and for a complete description of their Bilateral Conditions Policy.
Coverage - Overview
(please read policy for full coverage details)		 Diagnostics and treatments due to illness and accidents

[Included] Hereditary & Congenital Disorders, Continual Chronic Conditions Coverage, Cancer Coverage, Prescription Medications, Dental Illness/Accident. (Refer to each category's section for limitations)

[Optional] Hip Dysplasia Coverage (Refer to the category's section for limitations)

**See actual policy or call Trupanion for full list of inclusions, exclusions, limitations and conditions.
What's not Covered - Overview
(partial listing, please read policy for full details)
  • Pre-existing conditions
  • Conditions that occur during the waiting period
  • Veterinary exam fees
  • Elective Procedures
  • Routine Care
  • Alternative Therapy
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • If there is a cruciate ligament problem that is pre-existing, the other leg will not be covered for cruciate injuries.
...See policy for a complete listing

 

How The Policy Works
Co-pay 10%
Deductible Deductible is per incident. You can choose a deductible from $0 - $1000 in $5 increments.
Flat Deductible vs % Deductible Flat
Deductible Per Incident vs Annual Deductible Per Incident
How is Reimbursement Determined Based on actual veterinary bill. Reimbursement will be no greater than the amount charged to any other client of the treating veterinary clinic.
Max Payout Annually Trupanion does not have a maximum annual payout
Max Lifetime Payout Trupanion has a lifetime maximum of $20,000
Max Payout per Incident Trupanion does not have a maximum payout per incident
Max Payout Based on Body System Trupanion does not have a maximum payout based on body system
Client Reimbursed or Vet Paid Directly You pay the veterinarian and then you are reimbursed after you file the claim.

 

Pricing
Approximate Monthly Costs Approximately $11.00 - $70.00 depending on your location, breed of pet, add on, etc

 

Additional Info
My Review Trupanion Review
What are Customers Saying? PetInsuranceReview.com
Better Business Bureau bbb.org
American Animal Hospital Association Seal of Acceptance Yes - For the Trupanion Accident and Illness Plan
Additional Info As stated in Trupanion's terms and conditions - "..For pets that have not been neutered or spayed prior to their first birthday, no coverage shall apply for illness related to prostate problems, hormonal skin conditions, testicular tumors, perianal tumors, mammary tumors, uterine and ovarian conditions, birthing; or injury due to fighting, collision with a motor vehicle or aggressive behavior.

This limitation does not apply to pets that have been spayed or neutered prior to their first birthday or, to pets where the timing of being spayed or neutered was in conjunction with their veterinarian's medical recommendations or, to pets spayed or neutered within 30 days of being adopted."


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