Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

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Updated: April 29, 2024

Pets can be full of surprises-so their insurance coverage shouldn’t be. That’s why Trupanion is dedicated to helping pets we love get the care they need. They’ve been around for more than 20 years, making them experts and setting standards for the industry. One perk of this, and what they pride themselves on, is the amount they pay out to pet owners for each claim. Paying out more on the dollar than any other pet insurance provider. To date they have paid out $2 Billion in claims and have insured nearly 1 million pets. Trupanion pets lead longer happier lives.1 Pets insured with Trupanion lived longer than pets without Trupanion because pet parents didn’t have to worry about the cost of the care their pet needed. Depending on the plan Trupanion covers up to 90% of eligible expenses, has unlimited payouts-always, and can pay your vet bill, within seconds, at time of checkout, so all you pay is your portion (anything not covered by Trupanion). They have transformed the way pet insurance handles claims by eliminating the reimbursement process. To put it simply, there is a reason why 98.7% of Trupanion members stay enrolled every month. 1 Based on a November 2020 internal study analyzing third party hospital claims data comparing pets insured with a Trupanion policy to pets without a Trupanion policy. * Terms and Conditions apply. Policy details vary by state, please review your states policy for full coverage details. Not all veterinarians accept direct payment. Ask your veterinarian about Trupanion Vet Direct Pay. Underwritten in Canada by Omega General Insurance Company and in the United States by American Pet Insurance Company and ZPIC Insurance Company, 6100-4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108. Administered in Canada by Canada Pet Health Insurance Services, Inc. dba trupanion and in the United States by Trupanion Managers USA, Inc. (CA license No. 0G22803, NPN 9588590). Please visit AmericanPetInsurance.com to review all available pet health insurance products. Source: Survey commissioned by dvm360, from April 19-June 9, 2022
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Finn

Glad I Kept the Insurance

The Insurance has come in handy. I started when Finn was a pup and now he is almost 8. Trupanion starts the claim almost immediately. I get email confirmations and updates within 1-2 days. The cheque comes quick! I wish premiums weren't so high. I wish the physio rider premiums were included as well. Oh well. Overall happy with Trupanion!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Anita

Fantastic

Sam, our Golden Retriever is 8 years old. He's always been healthy and happy and has a heart of gold. We'd do anything for him. He suddenly started to get tired on walks and within a week he developed severe breathing problems (where he couldn't even get up). After a couple of trips to the vet he was hospitalized. While in the ICU in the hospital Sam was placed on oxygen and went through a battery of diagnostic tests which determined he likely had lung cancer. We were devastated. Everyone prepared us to lose him quickly. But he powered through and was released from the hospital after 4 long days. He's doing very well on treatment and has a good quality of life. We can't say enough good things about our experiences with Trupanion. They are extremely quick in reimbursing out of pocket expenses; they allow the vet and the hospital to direct bill and follow-up with us over the phone to make sure that we have everything we need (they truly care about what's best for the animal). Simply, Sam would not be here if it weren't for Trupanion (we just would not be able to afford all of the tests, the hospital stay and the vet/medication bills). Trupanion was there for us from day one (an active and caring partner) and we are so thankful to them, as they gave us our Sam back.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: heather gavriluk

excellent experience

My dog needed foreign body surgery and I was able to get pre-approved right away. Reimbursement was also speedy. I am an emergency and critical care vet tech and I highly recommend Trupanion as a client and as a veterinary professuonal
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: CHRISTINE TOBIN

EXCELLENT, FAIR & EASY

MY POOR LITTLE DOG HAS BEEN SUFFERING WITH PAIN FOR QUITE SOME TIME NOW. TRUPANION HAS BEEN EXCELLENT AND I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH ANY CLAIMS. KNOWING THAT I CAN FOCUS ALL OF MY ATTENTION ON MY LITTLE GUY AND NOT HAVING TO WORRY ABOUT BILL, CLAIM FORMS OR HOW I WAS GOING TO AFFORD TO CARE FOR HAS BEEN RELIEVED BY HAVING TRUPANION INSURANCE. WE GOT MY DOG ON 8-12-11 AND I GO THIS INSURANCE 4 DAYS LATER AND IT HAS BEEN AN EXCELLENT INVEST. MY ONLY PRAYER IS THAT MY LITTLE DOG MAKES IT THROUGH THIS. THANK YOU AGAIN TO TRUPANION. YOUR COMPANY IS THE BEST!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Sharon M.

Claim

My cat had 2 collapsing episodes within 5 months of each other and each time I contacted Trupanion to file a claim the representatives were always so helpful. They walked me through the process and made it very easy for me. My claim this last time was completed and money was in my account in just a couple days. I feel that Trupanion is a great pet insurance company.

Monthly Cost

Your monthly premium is determined by multiple factors including your pet’s species, gender, breed, age, zip code, and the deductible amount you choose if your policy allows.

Coverage

Depending on your plan, the Trupanion policy pays up to 100% of your vet bill for all eligible expenses. There are unlimited payout limits, always and Trupanion will never increase or cancel your coverage because of claims you submit. Coverage includes new accidents and illnesses, hereditary, congenital, and chronic conditions, diagnostic tests, hospital stays, and much more. Trupanion prides itself on paying out more on the dollar than any other provider and has paid out nearly $2 billion in claims to date.

Payout Limits

The Trupanion policy* has no payout limits, so whether your pet needs one quick visit or a lifetime of care, your coverage won’t quit. That can mean a big difference if your pet develops a chronic condition requiring extended care like allergies, diabetes, or even cancer.

Deductible

If your Trupanion policy has a deductible, you can customize it to fit your budget. You can choose from $50 to $1,000 in increments of $5, or choose to have no deductible at all. Trupanion deductibles are per-condition and good for the life of your pet. That means no annual resets-once a deductible is met, you never have to pay the deductible for that condition again.

Age Limits

All new pets can enroll from birth until their 14th birthday. Once your pet is enrolled, they can be enrolled for life

Waiting Period

Waiting periods vary by state. Please see your states policy for full coverage details. However, other providers may have additional waiting periods for congenital conditions like hip dysplasia, Trupanion does not.

Exclusions

Trupanion was developed to protect you and your pet from unexpected illnesses and injuries. That means we don’t cover “predictable” care costs that you can plan ahead for, like: Examination fees Wellness and preventive care Elective, or cosmetic procedures Sales tax, where applicable Like many other pet insurance providers, Trupanion does not cover pre-existing conditions. Whichever insurer you choose, it pays to enroll early! * Terms and Conditions apply. Coverage may vary by state. Not all veterinarians accept direct payment. Ask your veterinarian about Trupanion Vet Direct Pay. Underwritten in Canada by Omega General Insurance Company and GPIC Insurance Company and in the United States by American Pet Insurance Company and ZPIC Insurance Company, 6100-4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108. Please visit AmericanPetInsurance.com to review all available pet health insurance products.
Trupanion was founded in 2000 with the goal to help pet owners plan for the unexpected and take the cost out of the care equation. They believe that the pets—and the veterinary professionals who help them—deserve better. That’s why Trupanion is a proud member of the North American Pet Health Insurance Association. We’re committed to sharing industry data, supporting animal welfare organizations, and working with federal and state regulators to help more pets get better care. Our members know we’re ahead of the pack, because there’s pet insurance—then there’s Trupanion: 24/7/365 Member Support—yes, even on holidays 20+ years of experience Nearly $2 Billion paid in claims Over 800,000 pets protected Unlimited Payouts The only provider that can pay your veterinarian directly at checkout* Accepted everywhere in the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Australia * At participating hospitals

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