Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

4.8

out of 5

Number of reviews 63,021

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
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POSTED: | BY: Dorothy Meyer

while I have not had to interact with Trupanion a lot the times I have have been positive experiences.

while I have not had to interact with Trupanion a lot, the times I have have been positive experiences. They are prompt and thorough in their explanations, and put a friendly spin on their answers. Their explanations are clear and easy to understand, vs containing a bunch of legal-ezes (like policies for humans do!).
5

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POSTED: | BY: Sharon St

You are very easy to do business with.

You are very easy to do business with. It is refreshing to do business with a company that pays claims in a timely manner and doesn't look for reasons not to pay a claim
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POSTED: | BY: Apurv

Stay away from TruPanion

Stay away from this. I had filed two claims and both were denied giving the reason that they are preexisting conditions. I tried explaining to them that this is a new issue but still that was denied. Run as fat as possible form them, There are better Insurance providers in the market.
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POSTED: | BY: Christopher Woodcock

I urge all my friends to get Trupanion

My dog is now 4 years old. I bought Trupanion Insurance when she was a puppy and it was the best thing I did! As a lab mix that is free-range, she is running through woods and fields all the time. So far she has broken three teeth and badly cut an artery right near her heart. These were huge expenses that I never anticipated. Trupanion has an easy claim process and has reviewed and approved my claims within days - once within 24 hours. Payment is also fast. I recommend them to all my friends with dogs
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POSTED: | BY: William Doane

STAY AWAY

Don't, I repeat, don't use this company. They are a scam. I signed up 2 weeks after getting my puppy and about a week later in what was no doubt my overly protectiveness I had her evaluated for what I thought was a UTI, it wasn't. But Trupanion used that to deny a future , actual UTI diagnosis saying it was a preexisting condition during the waiting period after you sign up. Preexisting??? She wasn't even diagnosed with one in the prior situation. Do yourself a favor, save your money in a savings account. You will probably be better off. At a minimum, find another provider. So because I was an overly protective new puppy parent and brought her in for a urinalysis for a UTI (which by the way I did not seek reimbursement) and it came back negative, she is not eligible for UTI coverage EVER in her life!!! See how insane that is??

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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