Trupanion | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 73,743

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: Matt

Lifetime Customer

Our dog Mac (18 mo. Valley Bulldog [Bulldog/Boxer]) ruptured his ACL. After our intial vet visit, follow-up xrays, then referral to a specialist for consult and surgery, our boy managed to rack up over $4000 in medical bills. Coverage has been excellent, and I am comfortable calling trupanion to discuss my coverage. Unlike my car insurance where I'm afraid to even call them for risk of my rates going up. Vet consultations are not ever covered, which is clear from the beginning, and it is fair that the low rates don't relect the expense of going to get second or specialist opinions. The surgery itself was pre-approved. We picked our boy up on Wednesday, I had a cheque in my hand the following Monday. It took longer for the bank to process my cheque than it took trupanion to issue it!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Angela

Great

The process was quite easy and I am satisfied.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Amanda

Awesome

My 5 year old golden retriever had horrible diarrhea with blood. She ended up having to go to the ER Vet and needed to stay for a few days. Ultimately, she had a motility problem in her intestine and pebbles/rocks were in her stomach. Furthermore, through some testing it was discovered that she had a thyroid problem. My bill was approximately $2500. I had only bought my pet insurance plan about 4 months prior to the incident. Within 3 weeks I had my claim approved and Trupanion paid 90% of the medical costs. Everyone at Trupanion was very helpful and nice, which made the process go very smoothly! I was very thankful.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Lindsay

Love Trupanion!

We signed up with Trupanion a few days after we brought our puppy home. A friend of ours has had a dog with numberous health issues and recommended getting insurance right away, as it would have saved her a significant amount of money. Our puppy has proved to be a typical puppy getting into trouble when he can and we've had a few visits to the ER. In both cases Trupanion covered 90% of our costs. It has more than paid for itself and we are so thankful to have it. I still think Trupanion is the best option out there, although I have no personal experience with the others. No reason for me to even consider switching, Trupanion has been amazing!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Carol

Outstanding

I have a 3 1/2 month old Goldendoodle 'Georgie'.He had been experiencing diarrhea for about 5 days so I took him to his vet.Georgie needed a number of tests to be run and also needed to be put on medication. The total bill was hundreds of dollars and my claim was settled in about 1 week. The peace of mind that being with Trupanion gives me is wonderful. I never have to second guess that my dogs health can be taken care of and the speed at which my claim was handled was second to none.Thank you very much.

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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