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Healthy Paws Pet Insurance Review

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Healthy Paws is a pet insurance company based in Washington state that provides coverage for cats and dogs. They are underwritten by Chubb Group, a consistently highly-rated insurer.

Healthy Paws offers an industry-leading suite of policies that include unlimited lifetime benefits, high reimbursement, affordable coverage, and top rated customer service.
 
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How is Healthy Paws rated?

Breakdown

4.5/5
Coverage
4.0/5
Cost
4.0/5
Extras

Overall Rating: 4.4 / 5 (Excellent)

Healthy Paws ranks highly among the pet insurance companies we've reviewed. The company offers a single pet insurance plan with multiple reimbursement options, comprehensive coverage for alternative therapy and no caps of any kind.

Reimbursement is based on the cost of your actual vet bill and there is no limit as to the type of or how many claims you can make for covered conditions. Healthy Paws provides all of this at the same or sometimes lower prices than less comprehensive plans.

Healthy Paws Coverage

Coverage - 4.5 / 5

Compared to other pet insurance providers, Healthy Paws offers the most comprehensive coverage and does so without any caps or limits. Policies cover all accidents and illnesses without restrictions for hereditary or congenital conditions.

The company also includes services like advanced testing, surgeries, hospital stays, and prescription medications, as well as alternative therapies and emergency care.

Healthy Paws does not have a wellness plan, but they will treat canine hip dysplasia if it is not a pre-existing condition.
Pets Covered
Dogs
Cats
Coverage Types
Medical
Vet Selection
Unrestricted
Out-of-State Coverage
Yes
Commercial Pets Covered

Medical Conditions Covered

  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental

Medical Treatments Covered

  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Surgery
  • Hospitalization
  • Prescription Medications
  • Emergency Care
  • Specialty Care
  • Alternative Care

Benefit Limits

Benefit Limits - 4.5 / 5

Where Healthy Paws really asserts its dominance is in benefit limits. Regardless of the plan you choose, there are no caps on coverage, either annual, lifetime, or per incident.

Generally speaking, other companies offer unlimited benefits as an option available only for their highest level and most expensive plans. This is not the case with Healthy Paws; it is included in their standard price plan.

As long as the condition or treatment is covered under the plan (very few restrictions do apply) there is no limit to what the company will pay to make your animal well.

One Healthy Paws customer reported to us that the company recently paid out over $18,000 on a $20,000 vet bill in order to save the life of a dog suffering from cancer. More recently, another customer wrote, "I have a six-year-old German shepherd. Unfortunately, he already has had more than his share of problems, from herniated discs to cancer. Healthy Paws has not given me any hassle or trouble, even though his expenses to date are approaching $40,000. This was by far the best financial decision I have ever made."
Benefit Limit Types
Unlimited

Reimbursement & Deductibles

Reimbursement - 4 / 5

As with deductibles, Healthy Paws is in line with the industry's best companies by allowing you the flexibility of customizing your reimbursement percentage as well.

You can select either 70%, 80%, or 90% at the outset of your policy. Healthy Paws reimbursement is based on the actual veterinary bill.

The company will compile all covered treatments for a given claim and pay your chosen percent after you've met the deductible. As with low deductibles, high percentage payouts are going to equal a more costly monthly premium.
In general, Healthy Paws pays on a reimbursement model. Policyholders pay the vet up front for treatment, submit their claims to Healthy Paws, and receive a reimbursement. However, in situations where pet owners can't pay their vet at the time of treatment, they have the option of contacting Healthy Paws and asking them to pay the vet directly. If the veterinary hospital is willing to accept payment from Healthy Paws, the insurer can work directly with it to expedite access to medical records and claim processing. This direct payment option is available on a case-by-case basis and applies to treatment by any licensed vet in the United States. It is not limited to any specific network of vets.
Reimbursement Model
Actual Cost
Minimum Percent Reimbursement
70%
Maximum Percent Reimbursement
90%

Deductibles - 4.5 / 5

Like all the best pet insurance companies, Healthy Paws allows you to customize your deductible to best suit your financial needs.

Values can be set at $100, $250, and $500. Lower deductibles do result in higher premiums. But many customers will appreciate the flexibility Healthy Paws offers.
Deductible Type
Annual
Minimum Deductible Offered
$100
Maximum Deductible Offered
$500

Pricing: How much does Healthy Paws cost?

Cost - 4 / 5

Considering the few benefit limits Healthy Paws imposes and the company's customizable payout percentages and deductibles, Healthy Paws plans are reasonably priced and even cheaper than less substantial plans.

Starting Monthly Premiums

Dog: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male Golden Retriever in zip code 92683
$32.83
Cat: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male American Shorthair in zip code 92683
$17.19
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $500, Benefit Cap: Annual & Unlimited, Reimbursement Model: 70% of Annual Cost
Available Discounts:

Enrollment & Waiting Periods

Enrollment - 5 / 5

Healthy Paws enrolls pets 8 weeks and older. While some companies have no upper age enrollment restrictions, Healthy Paws limits coverage to pets 13.99 years old and younger.

Some companies offer accident coverage immediately upon premium payment. Healthy Paws imposes a 15-day waiting period for accidents and illnesses.

The waiting period for hip dysplasia is 12 months. Healthy Paws will not cover hip dysplasia if the pet was 6 years or older at the time of enrollment. Other companies we review have no such restrictions on hip dysplasia.

For pets younger than 6 you'll have to provide documentation of a complete physical within the last 12 months. Pets older than 6 must have had a complete examination within the last 30 days.
Min Enrollment Age
8 weeks
Max Enrollment Age
14 years
Accident Waiting Period
15 days
Illnesses Waiting Period
15 days
Free Look Period
30 days

Claims & Service

Extras - 4 / 5

Healthy Paws has a proven track record of fulfilling claims fast and with as little fuss as possible compared to other pet insurance companies.

Customer support is efficient, courteous and available 7 days a week. With Healthy Paws, you have the ability to file a claim online or through their mobile app.

You simply submit the veterinarian invoice and the company will send you the reimbursement check. 99% of claims are processed in 2 days.
Advertised Response Time
3 days
Claim Form
Email
Fax
Online Portal
Mobile App

Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
https://www.healthypawspetinsurance.com/
Headquarters Address
11120 NE 33rd Place, Bellevue, WA, 98004
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 50034, Bellevue, WA, 98105
Year Founded
2009

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Christine C

12/27/2016
Great experience with Healthy Paws. No nonsense, no drama, no insurance company games. Comprehensive coverage, easy, clear and straightforward claims process, and speedy payment. We had VPI (now Nationwide) for years, but the coverage options declined and the ability to get claims paid became more and more difficult over time, so we went looking for a new option. We read the reviews on Healthy Paws and took a chance--so glad we did are now in the position to write a positive review of our own.

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Will N

12/27/2016
Great company. Interested in pets well being and always paid promptly.

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Kristy

12/23/2016
Our dog was diagnosed with Cushings disease, which prompted our vet to check for an adrenal tumor. When we decided to have surgery, it was easier & less stressful knowing Healthy Paws was our support. Mina's surgery went well, but she had complications after which made our bill 4 times as much as we thought. We were able to bring our girl home only with Healthy Paws help - & they approved the claim in 2 days! I'm so grateful, I'll always use Healthy Paws & tell everyone I know to use it too!

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Caitlin

12/23/2016
Healthy Paws has been more than "just" an insurance company for my dog, Bridget, and I. After I adopted her, I realized that insurance for her would be a smart move...and I was right. Healthy Paws has been readily available when I have questions or concerns, they are prompt in their review of claims, and they even check in to see how we are doing. Having insurance through Healthy Paws has allowed me to give Bridget the care that she truly deserves. We are grateful for them and for all that they do for us.

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Shirley

12/23/2016
We did our research before we chose Healthy Paws pet insurance. We are 100% happy with our choice. Without Healthy Paws we would of had to put our dear kitty to sleep. Healthy Paws has so many advantages since there is only an annual deductible of $100. , not per incident and they reimburse 90% for surgery, tests & hospitalization. And they will direct bill your vet right away. They are very professional and genuinely concerned about your pet. We are very pleased.

Rose D

12/23/2016
Yet another 5 star review from me! My girl is one of "those dogs" that the vets know by name and look forward to seeing. I adopted her and soon found out she had allergies, tummy troubles, breathing issues, but she is the sweetest, best companion in the world. This plan allows me to focus on her health rather than my funds. So helpful! Also they always send follow up emails after ER visits which make me feel so valued. It's nice that someone cares about my girl, not just the $$

Tracy T

12/21/2016
Our Golden Retriever puppy had double elbow surgery in November and had complications that required her to be hospitalized twice after the surgery. Healthy Paws covered the diagnostics, surgery and follow up care which was thousands of dollars in expenses. I highly recommend Healthy Paws as I have heard many stories from friends and colleagues who have paid for pet insurance for years only to have them refuse to pay when their pet needs treatment.

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Ste

12/20/2016
I am so grateful for Healthy Paws!! My dog tore her ACL and needed to have a very expensive surgery. Thankfully we had Healthy Paws pet insurance and a large portion of the procedure was covered. As a person who will do whatever it takes for my fur babies, it is such a relief to have this assistance. Additionally, Healthy Paws is excellent to work. Their customer service is top notch. All of the representatives I've talked with over the phone have been very helpful and kind. After my dog had her knee surgery, a rep emailed me to see how she was feeling- how thoughtful! Also, Healthy Paws could not be easier to use. Claims are extremely easy with their app- just upload a picture of the... Read More

Gabby G

12/20/2016
Six weeks after adopting our terrier puppy, she swallowed a turkey bone. It was Thanksgiving so we had to take her to the emergency pet center. They X-rayed her and it turned out she had swallowed the bone whole, and it was taking up her entire stomach! She spent the night on IVs, but had to have an endoscopy the next morning to get the bone out. I was so glad we had insurance! Out of the total $1,780 bill for Skye's care, we wound up paying only $488 (our $100 deductible, the doctor visits, and the 10% copay). Throughout the process, the medical center kept saying, "We would like to do x, but that will cost $y. Is that feasible for you?" And I kept saying, yes, I have insurance.... Read More

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Chris W

12/19/2016
Healthy Paws is an outstanding pet insurance company. My 5 year old black lab was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and was in the last stages of arthritis. She was in constant pain and had a great deal of difficulty getting around. I am so happy that I had Healthy Paws. They covered two surgeries that amounted to over $13,000. I would never have been able to come up with that kind of money on my own. I can't bear to think what would have happened to my fur baby had I not had this insurance as she was in so much pain. The staff was very caring and filed claims rapidly. I highly recommend this insurance. They are everything they say they are and more.

Top Rated
  • 25% discount on all in-office medical care 
  • Pet wellness plans available
  • No age restrictions
  • Covers pre-existing and hereditary conditions
  • Discounts available immediately on sign-up
  • A+ BBB accredited company
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