Pet Insurance
Pet insurance can have a tremendous impact in caring for an emergency situation. Many pet owners choose routine care plans as well.
Pet Insurance
There are numerous companies offering pet insurance. Typically the veterinary bill is paid at the time of service and the client then submits the claim to the insurance company for reimbursement. Often there is a section for the veterinary office to complete and we can provide additional copies of your paperwork for submission. Policy coverage varies between companies and many have pre-existing condition exclusions. A website that may help to compare insurance companies is Pet Insurance Review. Another website Pet Insurance University provides an informative tutorial.
Some of the companies are as follows:
Some questions the Washington State Veterinary Medical Associations suggests asking:
What kind of illnesses are covered?
Coming Soon
Are pre-existing conditions covered?
Coming Soon
Does the policy cover hereditary/congenital conditions?
Coming Soon
What is the deductible and can I select a higher deductible for a lower premium?
Coming Soon
Do premiums change as the pet as the pet ages if a claim is made?
Coming Soon
Do you offer any discounts? (E.g. if the pet is microchipped, multi pets, sterilized).
Coming Soon
How is the claim paid?
Coming Soon
What kinds of medical treatment/interventions are covered by this plan?
Coming Soon
What is not covered by this plan?
Coming Soon
Is there a waiting period before the policy goes into effect?
Coming Soon
Is there a co-pay?
Coming Soon
What is the insurer’s track record? (Claims, payment, client satisfaction)
Coming Soon
Do you have breeds you will not cover?
Coming Soon
What are the terms of a cancellation if that should occur?
Coming Soon
Is dental health covered and does it include cleanings? Does it include the first cleaning?
Coming Soon
How can I access my insurer after-hours or while traveling?
Coming Soon
What are the limits of coverage?
Coming Soon
Is euthanasia and cremation covered?
Coming Soon
