PET INSURANCE
Many owners decide to purchase insurance for their pets. Pet insurance works differently from human insurance, in that the owner pays for the invoice up front, and submits a claim form to the insurance company to be reimbursed. Sequoia Veterinary Hospital does not officially recommend any particular insurance company. Rather, we recommend doing research and inquiring with each company to see what would be the best fit for you and your pets.
Here are some insurance companies our patients use, and a little information about them.
VPI
800.872.7387
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VPI is approved in all 50 states
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Covers dogs & cats (6 weeks & older), birds, and exotics
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Policies cover over 6,400 medical issues & conditions
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Optional preventative care coverage
PetCare
866.275.7387
www.petcarepals.com
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Approved in 30 states and D.C.
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Covers dogs & cats (8 weeks & older)
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Reimburses 100% of payable claims, minus $50 per-visit deductible
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Requires annual exam & current vaccinations
PetPlan
866.467.3875
www.gopetplan.com
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Covers hereditary conditions
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No benefits schedule - reimburses what the veterinarian charges
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Covered for life - no time limit on covered conditions
Petshealth Care Plan
800.807.6724
www.petshealthplan.com
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Approved in all 50 states
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Covers cats & dogs
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Owner must meet annual deductible
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After deductible, reimbursed for up to 80% of total charges
Pet Partners Inc.
American Kennel Club - 866.725.2747
Cat Fanciers Association - 866.423.2747
www.petpartnersinc.com
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Approved in all states except Florida
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Covers dogs (AKC plan) and cats (CFA plan)
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Owner must meet annual/incident deductible
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Optional preventative care coverage for wellness
Trupanion
800.569.7913
www.trupanion.com
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AAHA accepted (1st ever)
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Approved in all 50 states
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90% coverage of actual veterinary costs for accident & illness claims
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No dollar limits on lifetime reimbursement if your pet becomes sick or injured
