Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 59,099

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

VETERINARIAN: Grace Veterinary Center

POSTED: | BY: Allison

Paid Claims on Site in 5 Minutes

Trupanion has been so fantastic to work with! Our vet recommended Trupanion when I asked her opinion on various pet insurance companies. The vet's office process the insurance claim on the spot and Trupanion pays their portion of the bill right then. The last two times, they paid 5 minutes after receiving the claim. I even get text alerts that they are reviewing the claim and again when their portion of the payment has been sent. I love that I don't have to pay up front and wait to be reimbursed. I highly, highly recommend Trupanion pet insurance!
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VETERINARIAN: Veterinary Healing Center of El Dorado Hills

POSTED: | BY: Chris

Time for a new insurance provider

I’ve used Trupanion for a few years now and up until now I’ve always appreciated their quick payments, never had a payment come more than a week after filing a claim. That all changed with my most recent claim. Claim was filed on June 6, and was finally approved for payment on July 9. Previously all I needed to submit was the invoice from the vet (Vet was great BTW), this time they requested additional information to prove the bill was paid. This was 2 weeks after I submitted my initial claim. I submitted my credit card statement showing payment. Another 2 weeks go by and I was asked who the payment should go to, me or the vet. I would assume the initial credit card statement would have been enough to show the payment should go to me. I submitted another credit statement, and then finally received approval for payment a few days later. My other issue is that I initially brought my dog to the vet to have a foxtail removed from his nose. I figured since they were going to put him under for that to go ahead and have a small mass in his mouth removed as well. When I received my approval for payment I see that they used the $200 deductible twice! Once for the foxtail and once for the mass removal. It was all one procedure, why the double deductible? Like the title states, it’s time to search for a new pet insurance provider.
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Ronnie

DECEPTIVE POLICY

I put in first claim in 6 years for $1800 + last month. Trupanion charged me 2 TWO $500 deductibles on the same claim. They said it was for dental surgery and tumor.done at same visit! They issued check for$114.40 on $1800+ I've changed insurance AND STRONGLY RECOMMEND DON"T DO BUSINESS WITH THEM!
5

out of 5

VETERINARIAN: Town Center pet hospital

POSTED: | BY: Connie

THE BEST !!’

I have an 8 year old dog with diabetes and Trupanion has been so great and very fast to pay his bills , sometimes before o even leave the vets parking lot !! They are really great !!
5

out of 5

VETERINARIAN: Animal Health Partners

POSTED: | BY: Joan

Thank you, Trupanion and Animal Health Partners!

I am truly grateful for the wonderful care for my little Yorkie companion from Animal Health Partners and for Trupanion for helping to pay for her much needed diagnosis, medical treatment, and follow up care! What an amazing team of caregivers AHP has provided for us and Trupanion being there to help pay the bills to enable care for her recovery! Thank you!!

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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