Nationwide | Pet Insurance Review

4.8

out of 5

Number of reviews 25,604

As the largest provider of pet health insurance in the U.S., Nationwide currently insures over 600,000 dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets for medical conditions related to illnesses, injuries accidents and wellness care. Learn more about Nationwide’s plan options, read thousands of customer reviews and get a quote so you can make an informed choice about your pet insurance provider.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Pamela

Filing claims is easy and hassle free.

My experiences with Nationwide for my new puppy and during the illness and loss of my previous pet, has been helpful and hassle free, which is so important when you're grieving the loss of a loved family member. Thanks.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Kelly

Very Pleased with my coverage

I have owned dogs my entire life but this is the first one I have had insurance on and I am very happy I chose to get it. The coverage has been great. I have no complaints and have made several references.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: david

was a very easy process

thank you for helping us with gunther
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: tim

Very please with the service

very good
3

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: christine

Poor communication, confusion around covering expensive prescribed dog food

We are unhappy that your review of our claims from December on took so long. Our rescue puppy was on Science ID prescription food==canned and dry that our vet prescribed. We were afraid to wean him off it for fear of recurrence of gut issues. I made several phonecalls--was told by 2 of your personnel the food should be covered. The final ruling- it was not covered. Hundreds of dollars in food bills. He must be diarrhea-free for 6 months before you'll cover food prescription. I pay for the highest coverage and am dissatisfied that I could not get a clear answer ongoing while bills racked up. A friend with a similar situation had her pet insurance covered the prescribed food. I would not recommend your plan.

Monthly Cost

Policies start at approximately $12 per month.

Coverage

Nationwide offers a variety of plans offering varying levels of coverage. The company’s most popular plan, Whole Pet with Wellness, offers 90% reimbursement for accident, injury, illness and wellness care, inclusive of exam fees. All Nationwide members have complimentary 24/7 access to vethelpline.

Payout Limits

Depending on the plan selected, there may be annual benefit limits or per incident benefit allowances. There is no annual limit for the company’s most popular plan, Whole Pet with Wellness.

Deductible

Annual deductibles range from $0 to $1,000. Most popular annual deductible for Whole Pet with Wellness is $250.

Age Limits

No age restriction to enroll in company’s most popular plan, Whole Pet with Wellness. Other plans may have age restrictions.

Waiting Period

14-day waiting period after application approved and payment of premium is received.

Exclusions

Pre-existing conditions are not covered on any plans (if a condition is curable, it may be eligible for review if pet remains treatment-free for at least six months). Whole Pet with Wellness covers nearly all veterinary expenses. Notable exclusions include boarding and grooming.
Since 1982, Nationwide has helped pet owners protect what matters most. As the largest provider of pet health insurance in the U.S., Nationwide currently insures over 600,000 dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets for medical conditions related to illnesses, injuries accidents and wellness care. In 2015, it introduced Whole Pet with Wellness, the only U.S. pet health insurance plan offering complete coverage for injuries, accidents, illnesses and wellness care. Policies range from nose-to-tail coverage to routine pet care plans that offer reimbursement for wellness exams and preventive treatments.

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