Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

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Updated: May 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: Bob Gordon

Satisfied Customer

Since our dog Chica became part of the family; we signed her up for Trupanion Pet Insurance Coverage 3 years ago. During the past 3 year period Trupanion has always been supportive of Chica’s veterinarian checkups, vaccinations, medications and recent Lymphoma treatments. Our experience with Trupanion has always been very professional and efficient in processing our claims. We highly recommend Trupanion.
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POSTED: | BY: Dr. Jane

excellent

I have been with the same insurer(though the name has changed a bit with time) since I adopted Daven from the SPCA. Inow have 3 pets insured with Trupanion and find them excellent. I would recommend them highly as does my Vet.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Donna Amjadi

You can never start too early

My puppy was not quite 4 months at the time of her accident. She had been sick the month before, and after a $2000 vet bill for two days I decided I needed to get pet insurance so this does not happen again. I had just paid my second monthly premium when Teagan broke her left femur. It needed immediate orthopedic surgery. The bill cam to over $5000. She now has to be kept calm and use her leg as little as possible for another 7 weeks. But I am grateful that that worry is not compounded with how we will pay for the cost of her bills. Trupanion was easy and fast with our reimbursement. They paid out as much money as I will pay in premiums for the next seven years.... that is amazing.
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POSTED: | BY: tallpkb

Beware if you have a large claim…..

I was quite happy over the years with Trupanion. Had a few small claims; nothing big. Until last month. Over the course of 2 hours, my dog became paralyzed in his back legs, due to a completely ruptured disc. Immediate spine surgery was needed, which was successful. So what do they do? Raise my monthly premiums by 37%. Shame on them. I also had to submit my claim 3 times, because "they never received it".
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POSTED: | BY: Melissa

Expensive But Worth it

I have 4 pets insured by Trupanion, and early on realized that I didn't want to have deductible because the bills kept coming to just below the deductible amount. So I pay extra for zero deductible and get 90% reimbursement on everything but preexisting conditions and the standard exam costs. Covers illness and accident only, no preventive or routine care. I have filed numerous claims with them and their turnaround time is very reasonable. My oldest dog has cancer and the bill is already in $5000 range and overall reimbursement has been 85-90% of costs incurred to date.
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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.
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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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