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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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Sharon H

8/20/2016
We have never had pet insurance with any of our other dogs. This was a first at the insistence of our pet sitter. So thankful because Bella who is 1 1/2 years old had to have major leg surgery and the cost was appx 5,300.00! Far beyond what we could afford. Healthy paws made the experience easy and every time I called they were so very kind. Not only that but I literally took a picture of the vet invoice and 4 days later, with no questions asked, we had approval for a Healthy Paws payment of 90% of the bill. Thankful just does not seem like a strong enough word!

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Bethany F

8/19/2016
I cannot say enough great things about Healthy Paws. My Frenchie Pork Chop was throwing up all night and my regular vet did not have any openings on a Saturday. I had to take him to an emergency facility where they found an intestinal blockage and he needed surgery right away. Before agreeing to any payment with the facility, I called Healthy Paws to make sure the items the vet was quoting me were in fact covered under my plan. Healthy Paws was able to reassure me that my claim would be covered so that I could proceed with Pork Chop's care quickly. I am happy to say that he is now on the mend, and I submitted my claim to Healthy Paws and within hours I was notified that everything was... Read More

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Henry G

8/18/2016
My wife and I love your organization. Your compassion, professionalism and sincerity is greatly appreciated. Xena is recovering nicely thank God, it was unfortunate that she had to have a second surgery. Thank you again for providing excellent customer service and great pet insurance.

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Brittany O

8/17/2016
Healthy paws pet insurance is the absolute best insurance company I've ever had the pleasure of working with. My 7 month old yellow lab had to have emergency surgery and not only was making a claim extremely easy (they have an easy to use app for your phone) but we received a reimbursement check within 10 days! They were even kind enough to inquire about my pets recovery and health. I could not be happier with Healthy Paws insurance and will be recommending them to every pet owner I know! Thank you healthy paws!

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Bethany B

8/16/2016
Healthy Paws is hands down the best pet insurance company in existence! They couldn't be any better. This is coming from someone who works in the insurance industry herself, so I know what good insurance looks like. Healthy Paws is the most affordable and has the best coverage. I only pay $16 a month per kitten. With other companies I did price quotes on, It would have been $40 a month per kitten. Best of all, Healthy Paws recently made a very traumatic night, not quite so traumatic. My little boy, Phillip, spiked a 106 degree fever. I bawled my eyes out in the vet's arms, I couldn't eat, I couldn't sleep. The one bright spot in that horrible night was knowing that I would be partially... Read More

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Lynda F

8/15/2016
After extensive research, we selected Healthy Paws pet insurance in June for our two new Goldendoodle puppies. In early July, our 18 week old, Ziggy, swallowed a rock from our backyard which required major surgery to remove. He was in intensive care for three days. Needless to say, this was a very traumatic and expensive experience for all of us. We feel so happy that we chose Healthy Paws. They processed our claim and mailed our check within days after the vet paperwork was submitted. The process was simple - all online. The customer service staff at Healthy Paws is awesome! I received an email at the end of July inquiring about Ziggy's recovery. I didn't expect that - an insurance... Read More

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Erika L

8/15/2016
I have had Healthy Paws pet insurance for the past two years and have always had a great experience with them. The monthly cost is very affordable. After my dog was hit by a car, she had almost $5000 in medical bills and Healthy Paws had amazing customer service when I called regarding my claims and I was reimbursed in a timely fashion. My dog has almost fully recovered and I feel at ease knowing that Healthy Paws will be there in case something else ever happens to her.

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Nick S

8/14/2016
Healthy Paws is the first and only pet insurance company I have used. My Boxer dog was insured with them and they were excellent. The claims submission process could not be easier and the payout is very quick (usually under a week) and very easy to understand. I would highly recommend them.

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Simone S

8/13/2016
Healthy Paws is absolutely amazing! I signed up both my Italian Greyhounds a little over a year ago. I initially debated on whether or not I should get insurance for them because both of them were healthy, but since I'm a teacher, I knew I couldn't afford large vet bills if they ever did become sick or injured. Thank God Almighty that I did! A few weeks ago, a mass was found in one of my dog's lungs. It needed to be removed and biopsied. Thank goodness she is Cancer free!! However, if she had not been, I would've had to figure out how to pay for Chemo and Radiation as well. My Shiloh is only 7 years young. :) If I had not had insurance for her, it would've been approximately $7,500 and... Read More

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Amy S

8/12/2016
Bringing a new family member home is exciting! Making sure that you have insurance to cover things you don't expect can be difficult. Healthy Paws makes the process simple and is extremely customer focused. We have had insurance for the past four years with our lab and when we brought home our basset, we immediately added her to our plan. Coverage is vast, plans are diverse (we use the $100 deductible, 90% reimburse plan) and customer service is outstanding. Our lab just had cataract surgery and the claim was sent in the next morning, processed and reimbursement headed out the door the same day. When our lab had issues in her first year with a neck injury, we received the same turn... Read 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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