Embrace | Pet Insurance Review

This is the first claim I have submitted to Embrace, the customer service has been excellent. My claim was paid within three days after my submission. I am very pleased with the service from Embrace.

I’ve been an Embrace customer for a couple of years, and my recent experience was eye-opening. When my dog needed urgent spinal surgery, the company initially denied basic diagnostic claims. They pointed to a temporary limp from hard play 18 months ago as a chronic spinal condition. The worst part is they added that condition after providing me a complete medical history that had no orthopedic pre existing conditions. They denied the claims then added the pre existing condition. Only after I escalated to executives, filed complaints with the Georgia Department of Insurance and the NAIC, and involved USAA (who recommended them) did they reverse course and eventually approve over $9,000 in claims. Along the way I documented: • Post-claim underwriting – adding new “pre-existing” items after issuing a clean medical history. • Burden-shifting – language in their policy that tries to make customers prove a negative before coverage is restored. • Misrepresentation of a medical record – statements about when they received my vet’s files don’t match the written evidence. • Overbroad exclusions – attempting to block all future skin conditions based on two benign bumps. Yes, they ultimately paid, but only after weeks of pressure. I’ve submitted formal complaints to regulators so they can evaluate whether these practices meet Georgia’s insurance-standards. Pet owners deserve straight dealing, not shifting explanations after you’ve already paid for care. I will be looking for a new provider for my younger dog.

We can always count on VCA to provide the best care for our dog, Sadie, and to help when we ask for it.

Through and clear

Very easy claim process, efficient review and reimbursement. Company and staff are easy to work with.