Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 68,375

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: Mac Kerman

A life saver!

Our cat is not the sharpest knife in the drawer so to speak... He ate a poisonous plant and the vet bills cost us about $3,000. After that incident we decided to get pet insurance. We spent a while decided which service to go with and settled on Trupanion. Only about a month after we signed up our cat got into trouble again after swallowing a cat toy. The bill was $6,000 this time! Even though we had only been signed up with Trupanion for a month and had paid a single down payment of about $20, they covered 90% of the total bill! There were a few items on the list that were not covered, like standard check ups, but all in all we only ended up paying about $800 instead of $6,000. I can honestly say that Trupanion saved my cats life... paying 6k to save our cat was just not an option for us. The only negative that I can speak of is that I did indeed have to pay the six thousand dollars upfront and then had to wait an agonizing week before Trupanion confirmed that they would cover us. It took about a month and a half until the insurance check came and was also pretty stressful floating $6,000 in debt while waiting. These are small complaints though, my cat is alive and my savings account is for the most part intact. I would highly recommend them.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: DAVID J

Reasonable claims turn around

Generally good,somewhat frustrated with insurer's interpretation that a visit to the vet after injury is always classed as a consultation rather than diagnostic-I have been in insurance claims for many years, and believe I am up to speed on terminology!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Leah Somogyi

The BEST of the best!

I've been a customer since 2010. Never submitted a claim until 2012 and since then have had to submit dozens. The first claims were for our golden retriever, Shelby who we sadly lost quickly to cancer. Being that those days were stressful and dark, Trupanion not only moved quickly and professionally, they did with care and compassion. Since then my other golden retriever has been diagnosed with some manageable conditions but those will require lifelong treatment. We are now regularly submitting claims and the service has remained consistent from Trupanion - extremely prompt, fair and kind hearted. I was skeptical of insurance when I first got my dogs. I thought I could set up a separate bank account and not worry. Thank goodness I changed my mind when a friend's beautiful boy got sick and put policies on my babies. Now I would never go without and it would never be any other company than Trupanion. Since February 2012 so far I have been reimbursed over $9,200. It only takes one incident or illness to wipe out what you may have thought was enough in a special savings account. If you're like me and would bankrupt yourself for your babies, strongly consider pet insurance.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Cathy Boyd

very pleased with the quick claim

This was my first claim and Trupanion kept me informed via email on my claim from the time it was summited. It was great that they take the claims directly from my vet/s.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Nicole Jensen

Great!

This company is very effcient and great to work with! They are there to help you with what you need and you can tell they truly care for your pet!
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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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