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: Andrea

Excellent claim service- friendly caring professio

I was very concerned that Sasha may not be covered since she had a pre-existing condition called Reactive Colitis.Sasha was vomiting so much she needed to be taken to the Care Hospital and then needed 3 days of IV fluids to help her recover. She tested postive for Giardia and all other tests came back negative. Within several days of putting forward a claim for almost $1600 I received an approval that Trupanion will cover $1445 of these recent medical costs. trupanion responded very fast to this claim and when I called to inquire about the "chance of this being covered" I was reassured in a very professional and friendly manner. I would recommend Trupanion to anyone!!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Michelle

Trupanion is the Best in the Business!!

I have worked at animal hospitals since 1999. I have seen pet insurance change and grow. I have not come across a more progressive company than Trupanion. They are easy to work with and to get a hold of. The rep is great!!They are the only company that provide "claims express" and will pay the animal hospital directly. I signed up for the 30 day free trial on my own golden retriever puppy. 2 weeks into the trial she got incredibly ill. It took a lot of phone calls to specialists and many tests to figure out what was wrong. Decisions were made easy knowing that all the tests were covered. Had it not been for working at an animal hospital, and having the insurance my puppy would have had to been put to sleep. I love being able to give our clients the same finacial freedom and recommend "trupanion" to many of them. I sleep easy at night knowing that I will not have to make decisions based on money. It is our pateints best interest and is healthy for our practice to have as many pets as we can on pet insurance. We are able to practice our best medicine and pets get what they need. My puppy is living proof.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Freda Bock

Very satisfied with overall service

The insurance coverage is very easy to understand. It is clear and there is no ambiguous language. I have had insurance with 2 other companies in the past 10 years and there was always some hidden facts about the coverage in the fine print and ambiguous language which required interpretation. So far, Trupanion practice what they preach and I find it refreshing. Their customer service people are very helpful and go out of their way to help during trying times. I am very satisfied and I have been telling everyone I know about how satisfied i am with Trupanion. I have had to submit multiple claims because my pet had recurrences of pancreatitis, and the claims were handled in a very professional manner. There is always a confirmation of when the claim is received and within several days I received a confimation of the approved amount. The settlement is mailed, so I received it within a week. So the entire process takes about 10 days. The only imrovement would be if Trupanion could credit the settlement directly to the account of the insured party. I hope they continue their good work, they are light years ahead of the pack.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Anne Marie

Puppy ate part of a shoe

I am glad I signed up for the 30-day trial! He is wquickly on the mend.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Mary Lou

Excellent response to claim for vet costs.

Trupanion's response to our claim for veterinary care for our dog's bite injury was excellent and impressive. They responded immediately, kept us informed as to the claim's progress and actually seemed sincerely interested in the well-being of our dog.
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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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