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ASPCA Pet Health Insurance

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The ASPCA is a non-profit organization in the US with the mission to prevent cruelty to animals.

In 2006, as part of a strategic partnership with the ASPCA®, C&F Insurance Agency, Inc. launched ASPCA® Pet Health Insurance.

The agency is based in Akron, Ohio, and was founded in 1997, making it the second oldest pet insurance provider in the United States.

Products are underwritten by the United States Fire Insurance Company, which has an A.M. Best Insurance rating of A (Excellent).

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program features customizable plans that reimburse 70%-90% of covered vet bills, and the option of an unlimited annual coverage limit.

How is ASPCA rated?

Breakdown

4.0/5
Coverage
2.5/5
Cost
3.5/5
Extras

Overall Rating: 3.8 / 5 (Very good)

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance has multiple plans that offer either accident and illness coverage or accident only coverage.

The organization's flagship plan, Complete Coverage®, features annual benefit caps of $5,000 up to unlimited, as well as no per condition caps or special caps for eligible congenital and hereditary conditions.

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program also has Accident-Only coverage and Preventative Care Coverage options for an additional cost.

The online quote process is user-friendly and easy, but customers should understand that their premium will ultimately be affected by factors such as their pet's breed and age, as well as their physical location.

ASPCA Coverage

Coverage - 4 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Plans can cover accidents, dental disease, behavioral issues, illnesses, and hereditary conditions (not pre-existing).

Each coverage includes diagnostics, treatment, and exam fees related to covered conditions.

Plans also cover non-traditional treatments like acupuncture and stem cell therapy.

In addition to its Complete Coverage plan, ASPCA Pet Health Insurance has an Accident-Only plan as well as preventive care add-ons at an additional cost.

Like all pet insurance, ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plans do not cover pre-existing conditions that occur or show symptoms before the policy effective date or during any applicable waiting period.

However, if the pet is free from symptoms, treatment, and cured for 180 days, the condition will no longer count as pre-existing, with the exception of knee and ligament conditions. If a knee and ligament condition occurs before the coverage effective date or during a waiting period, any future ones won’t be covered.

For all exclusions, terms, and conditions visit the organization's website, to view sample plans.
Pets Covered
Dogs
Cats
Coverage Types
Medical
Wellness
Vet Selection
Unrestricted
Out-of-State Coverage
Yes

Medical Conditions Covered

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

Medical Treatments Covered

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

Benefit Limits

Benefit Limits - 4 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance's Complete Coverage℠ plan not only has no per incident limits, but allows customers to set an annual cap from $5,000 up to unlimited.

This plan also does not have a separate limit for eligible congenital and hereditary conditions.

They are subject to the same annual limit as chosen in the plan.
Benefit Limit Types
Annual
Unlimited

Reimbursement & Deductibles

Reimbursement - 4 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program offers the standard reimbursement percentages of 70%, 80%, and 90%.

This pays out on the actual cost of your covered vet bill and is standard among the best providers.
Reimbursement Model
Actual Cost
Minimum Percent Reimbursement
70%
Maximum Percent Reimbursement
90%

Deductibles - 5 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program allows customers to set their deductible level at $100, $250, or $500.

This is a pretty much standard feature now among the best pet insurance plans.
Deductible Type
Annual
Minimum Deductible Offered
$100
Maximum Deductible Offered
$500

Pricing: How much does ASPCA cost?

Cost - 2.5 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plans are about average price when compared to other similar providers.

For example, the starting monthly premium for a 1 year old male Golden Retriever in Orange County, CA is of $50.03, and the starting monthly premium for a 1 year old male American Shorthair in Orange County, CA is of $21.67.

With coverage, deductible, and reimbursement options more or less in line with the biggest industry players, this could be a deciding factor particularly for animal lovers.

Starting Monthly Premiums

Dog: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male Golden Retriever in zip code 92683
$50.03
Cat: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male American Shorthair in zip code 92683
$21.67
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $250, Benefits Cap: $5,000, Reimbursement Model: 90% of Actual Cost
Available Discounts: 10% Multiple Pet Discount for every pet enrolled, after your most expensive pet

Enrollment & Waiting Periods

Enrollment - 4 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance has a minimum enrollment age of 8 weeks and no maximum enrollment age.

There is no waiting period for preventive care coverage and a 14-day waiting period for accidents and illnesses.

Additionally, there is a 14-day waiting period for treatment or surgery related to ligament and knee conditions, as well as treatment for hereditary and congenital conditions.
Min Enrollment Age
8 weeks
Accident Waiting Period
14 days
Illnesses Waiting Period
14 days
Free Look Period
30 days

Claims & Service

Extras - 3.5 / 5

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance allows you to download their claim form on their website.

You can also submit a claim online, via My Pet Insurance mobile app, or by email, mail, and fax with the completed form and relevant invoice from the organization.

They offer direct deposit, which speeds up the process.

You are also able to track the status of a claim online.
Advertised Response Time
16 days
Claim Form
Mail
Email
Fax
Online Portal
Mobile App

Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
Headquarters Address
1208 Massillon Rd Suite, Akron, OH, 44306
Year Founded
1997

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Alexandria H

12/11/2018
ASPCA Pet Insurance is garbage. I've had them for 10 years & they haven't covered any of her major surgeries. Their definition of "PREEXISTING" is incredibly SKETCHY (as stated above): "when [my policy] renew[ed] each year, any condition [my dog] suffered from in the previous year [was] then deemed a pre-existing condition and [was] not covered."
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79166f

7/7/2017
It is cruel to any animal with needed medical to wait months for treatments already too high, yet u r suppose to be leaders in this field for animals, especially dogs. This is ludicrous. In the mean time paying every month. Many salary levels camnot pay. So animals need help, suffer due to high billing. Some never helped due to wrong diagnosis, constant re charged for follow ups, for same problems paid for. Over 16,000$ for one dog, never recovered from surgeries, meds given, improper treatment. Now blind after a seem like new, no sympathy vet prescribed eye drops for wrong problem. She still suffers now greatly, but too much attitude in her to let her be murdered. When she should have... Read More
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jayne1125

6/7/2017
This has to be the worst company I have ever dealt with in my life. I have had this pet insurance for 10 years and never used it on my 18 year old cat, who is now dying. Last November of 2016, Lucy began to have a kidney problem. I took her to the Vet and am now treating her, and thank god she is still with me. She has been a loyal animal, and I want to keep her going as long as I can. Yesterday I contacted the ASPCA Pet Insurance company about a prior claim and they grotesquely told me Lucy was no longer covered for her kidney disease. That when my plan turned over in March of 2017, Lucy was no longer covered, as NOW she has a preexisting illness. I never used a claim on her ever until I... Read More
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Maureen J

1/4/2017
Terms are completely misrepresented in the paperwork. States preexisting medical conditions are not covered which is fine. This would include a DIAGNOSED medical condition. I took my cat to the vet with symptoms (still Undiagnosed) claim denied! They only collect $$$$
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Deb

12/29/2016
We have always been paid quickly for small amounts $$ as our dog has been healthy. She is now 11. We joined ASPCA when Lily was 11 weeks old. Lily has now developed diabetes and has been hospitalized. We submitted a claim for $2000 + and have been waiting for approval. We have a $3000 per incident max. $8000 total per year max. It seems that if an emergency that is expensive arises with your loved pet, ASPCA, is difficult to deal with. I have been calling for 2 weeks and have received excuse after excuse as to why we have not been paid. I have had to appeal a recent claim for $277 because ASPCA coded it as a Wellness Vet visit and still have not been paid I suggest to... Read More
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Rick L

11/29/2016
I was all set to buy their "Complete Coverage" for my new pup. I was ok with the price, deductible etc since it was Complete coverage. But as soon as I pressed the Select button, up pops a screen asking me if I want to add Preventative care coverage which would increase the monthly cost. What? I guess Complete coverage isn't so complete. After seeing that B.S. I decided against the insurance and furthermore realized it was a good move especially after I read all the negative reviews. Finally, read the small print. The insurance is not from the ASPCA. They are only paid a fee for the use of their name. The insurance is from another insurance company- and we all know how much insurance... Read More
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Jennifer A

3/22/2016
I was already pleased with the ease of filing claims with this company. The process is simple and, if your plan covers it and you have met your annual deductible, you receive your benefit very quickly. When one of my boys had to be euthanized last week, I made a very difficult phone call to ask a couple of questions regarding a final claim and to terminate his coverage. Yesterday, I received a sympathy card with a hand-written and personal note that even included our other dog's name. I am so moved and beyond impressed by such a touching gesture from an insurance company. This was unexpected and so very kind. This is how you know you've picked the right one.
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Ted J

8/13/2015
The insurance itself isn't so bad until the time comes to submit a real claim that will cost real money. Then they will decline. The problem I ran into was when I contacted them because I wasn;t sure the claim would be covered. They assured me it would until the time came to pay. Then it was "oh by the way, we forgot to tell you this... and since you didn't ask... too bad". I am shopping for something better. I wish I had never dealt with them.
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Beth

6/25/2020
I have ASPCA and it's actually United States Fire Insurance Co. I'm having issues with them because I haven't made many claims. It's ridiculous. For a 125.45 claim I get like 16.00 so minor things I done even bother. It's just not what it seems and I though there were donations made from my 152.00 a month to animal welfare and that is false.
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Edina R

11/20/2017
I insured our rescue adult dog with ASPCA. We had her 2 years, and I finally got around to getting insurance. Unfortunately, within 2 months she was in the emergency room with stage 4 cancer (we had no idea), and we had to put her to sleep. ASPCA paid the claim, quickly, and without question, and even gave us a condolence call. We just adopted a puppy and will be insuring her with ASPCA.
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