| Policy Term |
12 months |
| Effective Date |
The Effective Date will be listed on the Declarations
Page of your policy after you apply and are accepted. |
| Enrollment Age |
Must be at least 7 weeks old.
It is unclear if there is an upper age limit
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| Cancellation Policy |
Ask for a current copy of their insurance policy
so that you may review their cancellation policy |
| Waiting Period |
3 days for injuries
14 days for illness
6 months for cruciate ligament events
**Waiting Periods can vary by state. See actual policy or contact Nibbles to confirm the waiting periods for your state.
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| Waiting Period for Cruciate Injury |
6 months for cruciate ligament events
**Waiting Periods can vary by state. See actual policy or contact Nibbles to confirm the waiting periods for your state. |
| Coverage When Travel Out of State or
Country? |
You may visit any licensed veterinarian in the US, Canada, and any region under US government control, such as territories or military installations/bases in foreign countries. |
| Can the Price of the Policy Increase as my Pet Ages? |
Yes, the policy premium can increase as your pet ages. The premium may also increase due to inflation or other reasons.
Contact Nibbles for more information on when and by how much your premium may increase. |
| Does Coverage Stop Due to Age? |
No |
| What Happens when the Policy Renews? |
Chronic conditions will continue to be covered each year as long as you do not go over your Maximum Payout.
(See 'Max Payout' section below)
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| Can the Price of the Policy Increase
if a Claim is Filed? |
No |
| Choice of Vet? |
You may visit any licensed veterinarian in the US, Canada, and any region under US government control, such as territories or military installations/bases in foreign countries. |
| Money Back Guarantee? |
There is a 30 day money back guarantee. They will refund your money in full as long as you have not filed a claim.
*May vary by state |
| 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 contact Nibbles 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
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| Species Covered |
Dogs and Cats |
Accident/Injury - Baseline Coverage |
Covers diagnostics and lab tests, surgery, treatments, hospitalization.
Take home Prescription Drug coverage and Exam Fee coverage require an extra add-ons purchase.
NOTE - According to their sample policy, adding any supplement Add On at a later date will require that you cancel your current policy and have a new one reissued. This will result in any conditions you have under the old policy to not be covered in this reissued policy as they will be deemed pre-existing. This also applies to the Alternative Therapy add-on as well.
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Illness - Baseline Coverage |
Covers diagnostics and lab tests, surgery, treatments, hospitalization.
Take home Prescription Drug coverage and Exam Fee coverage require an extra add-ons purchase.
NOTE - According to their sample policy, adding any supplement Add On at a later date will require that you cancel your current policy and have a new one reissued. This will result in any conditions you have under the old policy to not be covered in this reissued policy as they will be deemed pre-existing. This also applies to the Alternative Therapy add-on as well. |
| Behavioral Therapy Coverage |
According to their sample policy: Training and treatment of Behavioral Conditions are not covered, with the exception of consultations and prescription medications if you purchase their Exam Add-On and the Prescription Drug Add-On.
**See actual policy or contact the company for a complete description.
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| Alternative Therapy Coverage |
Alternative Therapy Coverage is available through an add-on for an additional fee.
NOTE - According to their sample policy, adding any supplement Add On at a later date will require that you cancel your current policy and have a new one reissued. This will result in any conditions you have under the old policy to not be covered in this reissued policy as they will be deemed pre-existing. This also applies to the Exam and Take Home Medications add-ons as well.
**See actual policy or contact the company for a complete description of what types of Alternative Therapy are covered
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| Pre-existing Conditions Policy |
Pre-existing conditions are not covered.
According to their website: "A pre-existing condition is any injury, illness, or condition that occurred or showed symptoms before your coverage began or during waiting periods."
**See actual policy or contact Nibbles for a complete description of their pre-existing conditions policy.
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| Hereditary & Congenital Conditions Coverage |
[INCLUDED] Hereditary and congenital conditions are covered as long as they are not pre-existing and have not occurred during the waiting period.
These conditions are covered up to the Maximum Payout. (See 'Max Payout' section below)
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| Continual Coverage for Chronic Conditions
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[INCLUDED] Continual coverage for chronic conditions
is included with the policy.
Chronic conditions are covered up to the Maximum Payout.
(See 'Max Payout' section below) |
| Chronic Conditions Policy |
Chronic conditions are covered as long as they are not pre-existing and have not occurred during the waiting period.
Chronic conditions are covered up to the Maximum Payout.
(See 'Max Payout' section below)
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| Cancer Coverage |
[INCLUDED] Cancer conditions are covered as long as they are not pre-existing and have not occurred during the waiting period.
It is not clear if cancers due to hereditary conditions are covered by Accredited policies
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| Cancer Coverage Limits |
Cancer conditions are covered up to the Maximum Payout.
(See 'Max Payout' section below) |
| Hip Dysplasia |
Hip Dysplasia is covered as long it is not pre-existing and has not occurred during the waiting period.
This condition is covered up to the Maximum Payout.
(See 'Max Payout' section below)
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| Prescription Drug Coverage |
Coverage for Take Home Prescription Drugs that are prescribed by a vet and administered at home requires an additional add-on purchase.
Medications that are administered by a veterinarian in a clinic for an eligible condition ARE covered by the base policy.
Prescription medications that are NOT included in their formulary of covered medications are NOT covered.
NOTE - According to their sample policy, adding this supplement at a later date will require that you cancel your current policy and have a new one reissued. This will result in any conditions you have under the old policy to not be covered in this reissued policy as they will be deemed pre-existing. This also applies to the Exam and Alternative Therapy add-ons as well.
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| Pregnancy Coverage |
[NO]
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| Routine/Wellness Coverage |
[OPTIONAL]
Routine/Wellness Coverage is available for an additional fee.
**See actual policy or contact the company for a complete description of their Wellness Coverage |
| Vaccinations |
[OPTIONAL] - See Routine/Wellness Coverage above for details |
| Spay/Neuter |
[OPTIONAL] - See Routine/Wellness Coverage above for details
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| Dental Care (Routine) |
[OPTIONAL] - See Routine/Wellness Coverage above for details |
| Dental Care (Illness/Accident) |
[LIMITED COVERAGE]
**See actual policy or contact the company for a full list of inclusions and exclusions. |
| Bilateral Conditions Policy |
If a bilateral condition happens on one side before the policy starts or during the waiting period, that condition will not be covered if it happens on the other side. Even if it happens after the waiting period.
The way it is written in their sample policy it appears this applies to all conditions that happen on both sides of the body. (e.g. eye problems, ear problems, knee problems, hip problems, etc)
**Contact the company for a complete list of medical conditions that are considered bilateral for the purpose of exclusion 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] Cancer, Hereditary/Congenital coverage, Dental Illness/Accident (limited coverage), Continual Chronic Conditions Coverage (Refer to each category's section for limitations)
[Optional]
Routine/Wellness Care, Routine Dental Care (Refer to each category's section for limitations)
Exam Fee Coverage,
Alternative Therapy Coverage, Take Home Prescription Drug Coverage
(Refer to each category's section for limitations)
**See actual policy or contact Nibbles for a full list
of inclusions, exclusions, limitations and conditions. |
What's not Covered - Overview
(partial listing, please read policy
for full details) |
- Pre-existing conditions
- Accidents and illnesses that occur during the waiting period
- Costs from breeding or pregnancy
...See policy for a complete listing |
| Reimbursement |
Free Plan
80%
Upgraded Plan (additional fee)
90%
May vary by state.
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| Deductible |
Free Plan
$950
Upgraded Plan (additional fee)
$100, $250 or $500
May vary by state.
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| Flat Deductible vs % Deductible |
Flat |
| Deductible Per Incident vs Annual Deductible |
Annual Deductible |
| How is Reimbursement Determined |
Reimbursement is based on Actual Costs
It is not clear if the reimbursements are calculated by taking the deductible first or the reimbursement percentage first. |
| Max Payout Annually |
Free Plan
Up to $25,000
Upgraded Plan (additional fee)
$40,000
May vary by state.
NOTE: According to their sample policy, increasing your Annual payout limit at a later date will require that you cancel your current policy and have a new one reissued. This will result in any conditions you have under the old policy to not be covered in this reissued policy as they will be deemed pre-existing.
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| Max Lifetime Payout |
This plan does not have a lifetime maximum payout. |
| Max Payout per Incident |
This plan does not have a maximum payout per incident |
| Max Payout Based on Body System |
This plan does not have a maximum payout based on body system
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| Client Reimbursed or Vet Paid Directly |
You pay the veterinarian and then you are reimbursed
after you file the claim.
If you use the credit card to pay, you can allow it to automatically initiate the claims process for you.
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