Nationwide | Pet Insurance Review

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Updated: November 13, 2023

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: Robert Lesley

Service

Excellent, couldn't ask for more.
2

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Gillie

Know what you are getting

Had for 8 years. First major medical claim, and got reimbursed for 50%. Like other reviewers stated use outdated numbers. Said my dogs surgery should cost $1200. Told them give me the name of one vet in the U.S.A. that will do a torn ACL surgery for $1200. Was told they are not allowed to give out the information.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Mrs Global

Extremely Pleased

Have had VPI since Rio was a pup. He has been healthy and no need to see the Vet other than his regular checkups. On his senior checkup at 7 yrs old, vet discovers that his liver functions were high. Had to run several blood draws, fasting and two hours after eating. Has had an ultra sound of the liver to determine if he had cancer. Thankfully, he doesn't. Now they want to do a liver biopsy which is scaring me a bit. Anyhow, I have spent over $1350 the past 8 months, on specialists, tests, medicines and the like. Received back $1018 in paid claims. All claims were paid within two weeks. I love their website and their online claims. Have recommended the company to many of my family and friends and will continue recommending them. Great company to work with. Knowledgeable customer service agents clarifying what is and what is not covered. We have Major Medical.
1

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Jean

Claims Paid Poorly

I submitted one claim for $609.37 for an emergency in March. I received $189.81. The next claim was $816.00 also an emergency in June and I received $51.76. With both emergency visits I paid $1183.80 while VPI paid $241.57. I have had my cat insured for about 9 years. I am not pleased that more was not covered. I thought that this was what I had insurance for especially emergencies.
3

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Leigh

Read Fine Print

Schedule upon which they base payments is dated 2008. Many exclusions. They refuse to give pre-certification for a treatment or procedure. Overall very expensive and many exclusions. I've had for over 15 yrs. Am switching this month to another carrier. VPI is now connected with Nationwide Insur.

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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