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Common Policy Questions Trupanion 24PetWatch
Underwritten by Praetorian Insurance Company

Question:

Plan compared:
Based on Yorkshire Terrier Dog and Domestic Shorthair Cat, under 1 year old in Seattle, Washington 98107.
Featured plan is based on the example above; actual coverage availability may vary based on pet breed, age, and location. Does not include sign up or administration fees.

Trupanion:

*Based on breed and age examples to the left.

Trupanion Plan 90% coverage, no payout limits ($100 deductible selected)

24PetWatch:

*Based on breed and age examples to the left.

QuickCare Gold Double Illness (Selected plan: 90% coverage, $100 Deductible, $3,000 per accident limit, $6,000 per illness category limit)

Question:

What is covered
if my pet is sick or injured?

Trupanion:

All diagnostic tests, surgeries, medications, treatment, hospitalization, supplements, therapeutic pet foods1,2, and orthotic devices2 for accidents and illnesses (including those for hereditary and congenital disorders).
1We cover ½ the cost of the food to assist in the care of your pet; A discount on your premium after 2 months of coverage
2Subject to regulatory approval in your area.

24PetWatch:

Diagnostic tests, surgeries, treatment for accidents and illnesses.

Question:

How is reimbursement calculated?

Trupanion:

90% of actual veterinary bill for costs arising from injury or illness, less the veterinary exam fee and deductible, if selected.

24PetWatch:

70% or 90% (depending on choice) of actual costs arising from injury or illness, minus per incident deductible, up to per incident limit and per illness category limit.

Question:

What are the
policy payout limits?

Trupanion:

No payout limit over the life of your pet, with no limits per year, claim, illness, procedure, or condition.

24PetWatch:

Dollar limits up to $2,000 for select incidents (QuickCare and QuickCare Optimum) or $3,000 or $5,000 per incident limits for accidents with $3,000-$6,000 per illness category limits (24PetWatch has 12 illness categories), depending on plan choice.
Maximum lifetime illness limits of $60,000 for cats and $72,000 for dogs.

Question:

What are my deductible options?

Trupanion:

You have the option to select a lifetime per-incident deductible of $0 or any deductible amount from $50 to $1000 in increments of $5.

24PetWatch:

$50 or $100 per incident deductible.

Question:

Are hereditary and congenital conditions covered?

Trupanion:

Yes.

24PetWatch:

Yes.

Question:

Is alternative therapy coverage available?

Trupanion:

Yes with Optional Benefits* package for an additional cost.
*Subject to regulatory approval in your area.

24PetWatch:

Yes.

Question:

Are prescription medications covered?

Trupanion:

Yes.

24PetWatch:

Yes.

Question:

Are prescription diets and supplements covered?

Trupanion:

Yes* when prescribed to treat injuries and illnesses covered by this policy. We cover ½ of the cost of food to assist in the care of your pet, then we provide a discount on your premium after 2 months of coverage.
*Subject to regulatory approval in your area.

24PetWatch:

No.

Question:

What are some important exclusions I should be aware of?

Trupanion:

  1. Pre-existing conditions
  2. Hip dysplasia - optional coverage for dogs and cats*
*Subject to regulatory approval in your area.

24PetWatch:

  1. Pre-existing conditions
  2. Most congenital and hereditary conditions, depending on plan choice
  3. Recurring illnesses unless purchase most expensive plans
  4. Chinese Shar Pei pure and cross breed dogs are not eligible for illness coverage

Question:

Is coverage reduced for emergency and veterinary specialists?

Trupanion:

No.

24PetWatch:

No.
Claim Examples Trupanion 24PetWatch
Underwritten by Praetorian Insurance Company

Claim example 1:

Foreign body ingestion - $3,980.98

Trupanion:

Amount covered: $3,285.88

Remaining benefits: Unlimited

24PetWatch:

Amount covered: $3,000

Remaining benefits: Unlimited for accidents, $72,000 lifetime for illnesses.

Claim example 2:

Retinal detachment - $4,351.00

Trupanion:

Amount covered: $3,825.90

Remaining benefits: Unlimited

24PetWatch:

Amount covered: $3,815.90

Remaining benefits: $68,184.10 for the policy for illnesses.

Claim example 3:

Torn cruciate ligament within the first year of enrolling - $6,242.89

Trupanion:

Amount covered: $5,528.60

Remaining benefits: Unlimited

24PetWatch:

Amount covered: $3,000

Remaining benefits: Unlimited for accidents, $68,184.10 lifetime for illnesses (when previous incidents are included).
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Pet Insurance Comparison Charts Disclosure

The description of 24PetWatch's policy, underwritten by Praetorian Insurance Company was not furnished by American Pet Insurance Company. If there are questions regarding the illustration, please contact an agent of 24PetWatch. All quotes compared are based on policies with similar deductibles, coverage, and coinsurance for a Yorkshire Terrier Dog under 1 year old and a Domestic Short Hair Cat under 1 year old living in Seattle, WA 98107. Premium prices were obtained by website quotes and may vary by breed, age, location, and other factors. Featured coverage options are interpreted by American Pet Insurance Company as being comparable and American Pet Insurance Company recognizes that alternate policies, coverages, deductible levels and co-insurance levels may be available from these companies for different premium costs. Featured plan details represent comparable policy differences as gathered from information on the company's website and policy, if available. For the most current premium prices and policy details, please contact the company directly by visiting their website at http://www.24petwatch.com/petinsurance/ or by calling 1-866-274-PETS (7387).

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