Embrace | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

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Number of reviews 15,759

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Updated: May 29, 2024

Embrace Pet Insurance offers nose-to-tail accident and illness protection and an additional Wellness Rewards program. Its diminishing deductible feature, Healthy Pet Deductible™, is included with every policy as standard. Learn more about Embrace’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: Arthur Rochester

Efficient and friendly service

Pancho was rescued when he was a three month old Pomeranian mix puppy. Although he had not been very well taken care of, I thought that if he was given a quality diet in a clean and friendly environment, we would be able to avoid future health problems. But with poor little Pancho, if it isn't one thing, it is another. Shortly after bringing him home, I researched various pet health insurance companies. Embrace stood out because of their allowances and coverage policies. Getting the vet's office to submit claims when Pancho came down with a problem was the hardest part. Once the vet took seriously the fact that Pancho had health insurance, there was no problem getting reimbursed for the actions the had to take to test and remedy the problems Pancho has had. Now, Pancho seems to be in good health. I am very thankful that Embrace has been there for both of us. This pet insurance has given Pancho a better, healthier life than he would have had without Embrace.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: James Gradishar

Much better than the alternatives

I previously had SPCA pet insurance and Embrace is much better. They offer many different customizable levels of coverage and they are generally quick about paying claims. Perhaps the best part is that they cover conditions that most companies will not cover (hip dysplasia in labs for instance).
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Leslie Carroll

I wish my own health insurance was so prompt!

Unlike human health insurance companies (oh, how I wish!), Embrace offers attentive, prompt, friendly, and thorough service. However, I do wish there wasn't such a small cap on the Wellness coverage. We got our Cavalier puppy when she was 5 months old, so after 1 vet checkup as our pet, with a few necessary shots and a heartworm medicine purchase (which I haven't yet submitted as of this writing), there isn't much left in the kitty, so to speak. And she'll need a Lyme booster next week, and will be spayed next month. So we'll really be out of pocket this year and our coverage just started! Therefore, while I would recommend Embrace highly for their excellent customer service, as the owner of a puppy, who because of her age (or youth) requires additional basic wellness care (shots, spaying) than an older dog might, The $149 Wellness coverage that reimburses up to a maximum of $200 a year, is not that much of a bargain. Perhaps Embrace might consider adding a "puppy plan" that dog owners can tailor to their needs. :)-
3

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Louise

They missed this one

I have to start out by saying that I have had absolutely nothing but the best to say about Embrace Pet Insurance....except this time they missed this one. It took a long time for them to process and after a couple of inquiries they processed the claim (it was a small claim, though, so nothing real upsetting). It was also one of 3 claims submitted and the other two claims were promptly handled. Initially, I wasn't going to write anything, but then decided it was better to give the most honest reviews.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Daniel

Great customer service

This is my first experience with Pet Insurance, and so far, I'm very pleased. They don't have the integrated website features that other companies have, but this is more than made up for with the very responsive customer service. Claims are processed fairly and in a very timely manner. I recommend Embrace to anyone looking for a pet insurance company. Unfortunately Embrace isn't licensed by the state of California, and I had to sign a waiver acknowledging this. But I feel comfortable that Embrace is a solid company, and not very concerned about that. The Wellness plan is a good idea if you plan on spending over $200 a year (including any medications). You end up saving $50 there automatically, plus you can get up to 20% off your plan with a) a 5% promotion code, b) paying premium in full (5%), c) your pet is neutered or fixed (5%), d) your pet is microchipped (5%). It's also an Ohio-based company, and people in the midwest are usually very courteous and pleasant to deal with.

Monthly Cost

$13 – $100, depending on your chosen plan.

Coverage

You have a co-pay of 10%, 20% or 30% after your deductible, depending on your chosen plan. The pay-out amount is based on your actual vet bill.

Payout Limits

Annual limit of $2000, $5000, $10,000 or $15,000.

Deductible

Annual deductible options from $100 – $1,000.

Age Limits

Pet must be at least 6 weeks old to enroll. New pets over 14 are eligible for accident-only coverage. Once enrolled, pets can stay insured regardless of age.

Waiting Period

There is a two-week illness waiting period, which begins on your policies’ effective date. Orthopedic conditions have additional Waiting or exclusion periods that vary by state.

Exclusions

Pre-existing conditions are not covered. Hereditary and congenital conditions are covered if they have not been diagnosed or suspected before the policy becomes active. Main plan covers alternative treatments such as chiropractic, acupuncture and homeopathic when provided by a licensed veterinarian. Optional wellness and prescription drug plans are available for an additional cost.
Embrace Pet Insurance protects over 100,000 pets across the U.S. with nose-to-tail accident and illness protection. In addition to its pet insurance policy, Embrace offers a Wellness Rewards program to help cover the cost of routine veterinary care, grooming and training. Its Healthy Pet Deductible™, the industry’s first and only diminishing deductible feature, is included with every policy as standard. For every policy sold, Embrace donates $2 to a pet-related charity, as well as offering additional funding and support to shelters and other charitable organizations.

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