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PetFirst Pet Insurance Review

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PetFirst Healthcare LLC is a pet insurance company that was founded in 2004 and based in Jeffersonville, Indiana. It offers accident and illness coverage for cats and dogs and operates in all 50 states.

The company offers discounts for those with multiple pets, and allows you to choose any vet you like without pre-approval.
 
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How is PetFirst rated?

Breakdown

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

Overall Rating: 4.4 / 5 (Excellent)

PetFirst offers an enrollment process that is easier than most. They do not require a vet exam, and accident coverage starts in 24 hours.

Additionally, the company has no upper age limit on enrollment, and no waiting periods for a few conditions many other providers outright just don't cover.

PetFirst also has a healthy pet discount for every year you don't make a claim. The upper tier plans, however, are on the pricier side, and the company does not offer unlimited coverage.

PetFirst Coverage

Coverage - 4.5 / 5

Petfirst offers accident and illness coverage that is pretty much industry standard for the price.

However, what sets them apart is they have no waiting periods for hip dysplasia, patella luxations or orthapedic conditions. The company also offers a wellness plan as an add on.
Pets Covered
Dogs
Cats
Coverage Types
Medical
Wellness
Vet Selection
Unrestricted
Out-of-State Coverage
Yes
Commercial Pets Covered

Medical Conditions Covered

  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental
  • 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 / 5

Petfirst does not restrict you to per incident or per illness limits. However, the company does have annual limits. They let you choose $5,000, $10,000, and $20,000.

While the $5,000 limit plan has a monthly deductible in the average pet insurance range, the two higher limit plans get pricey.

In fact, there are unlimited plans we review that tend to cost less than Petfirst's $20,000 limit plan.
Benefit Limit Types
Annual
Annual Benefit Maximum
$20,000

Reimbursement & Deductibles

Reimbursement - 5 / 5

Petfirst gives you the option of setting your reimbursement at 70%, 80%, and 90%. This is a consistent feature of the best pet insurance providers.
Reimbursement Model
Actual Cost
Minimum Percent Reimbursement
70%
Maximum Percent Reimbursement
90%

Deductibles - 4 / 5

Petfirst offers flexible deductibles of $50, $100, $250, and $500. Not many other plans offer the option of such a low deductible.

Choosing it would translate into higher premiums, but it could be a valuable option if it fits your particular situation, i.e. you know you can afford to fit the monthly premium into your budget but are not sure you'd have the extra cash on hand to pay a higher deductible.
Deductible Type
Annual
Minimum Deductible Offered
$50
Maximum Deductible Offered
$500

Pricing: How much does PetFirst cost?

Cost - 4 / 5

Petfirst's lower annual limit plans offer pretty much average monthly deductibles when compared to similar plans.

However, their higher limit plans are on the pricier side.

Starting Monthly Premiums

Dog: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male Golden Retriever in zip code 92683
$16.95
Cat: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male American Shorthair in zip code 92683
$8.95
Rate Details: Annual Limit: $1,000, Per-Incident Deductible: $500, Reimbursement Rate: 70%
Available Discounts: $10 to $20 off for pet parents who purchase their pet health insurance policy online, 5% to 10% corporate employee member discount, 10% animal care employee discount,5% military discount

Enrollment & Waiting Periods

Enrollment - 5 / 5

Petfirst has a particularly painless and lenient enrollment process when compared to other companies. Firstly they do not require a vet exam.

Accident coverage begins midnight the day of enrollment and illness 14 days after. There is no fee to cancel.

And lastly, Petfirst is one of only a handful of companies that has no upper age limit. Cats and dogs of any age can be covered for life.
Min Enrollment Age
8 weeks
Illnesses Waiting Period
14 days
Free Look Period
30 days

Claims & Service

Extras - 4 / 5

Petfirst stands out two ways in the claims department, they offer healthy pet discounts every year you don't make a claim, and they do not increase your premium due to amount of claims made.

The claims procedure is the standard process of paying your vet bill up front, then submitting the claims form with all the relevant invoices and receipts.
Advertised Response Time
14 days
Claim Form
Mail
Email
Fax
Online Portal

Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
https://www.petfirst.com/
Headquarters Address
1 Quartermaster Ct, Jeffersonville, IN, 47130
Mailing Address
1 Quartermaster Ct, Jeffersonville, IN, 47130
Year Founded
2004
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Margo M

8/4/2017
We are so thankful to have had PetFirst insurance. We have had several incidences of cancer with our dogs, and they have saved us from financial failure. Thank you Petfirst!!!
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Margo M

7/25/2017
They have paid for my dog's cancer issues every time. Great company, and I highly recommend their insurance!!!
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Anne L

7/25/2017
We have had 2 emergency incidents in less than a year! Silly dog! Both times everything went smoothly! We pay more monthly for a lower deductible. No issues at all!
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Jennifer B

7/11/2017
About one month ago I adopted my 9 week old puppy. We believe he is a mix of Labrador Retriever, Heeler, Fox Hound and who knows, anyway, he has been amazing! I took him to his first vet appointment, submitted my claims by scanning and email. They sent me one email that they received the claim, a couple days later an email stating it was processed and I will be receiving a check in mail very soon. I believe the whole submit claim to receive the check took about 9-12 days. I have not received the check yet(email was sent yesterday) I am curious as to how much I get back and how a puppy visit breaks down as far as a checkup and stool sample including medicine for a stool parasite.... Read More
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Fannie S

6/27/2017
Best pet insurance
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Mandy N

5/19/2017
Don't waste your money. This company looks for ways not to pay claims. They label claims as either preexisting condition, or routine healthcare. In addition, they are slow, and don't call you back when promised.
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Marissa

5/9/2017
What a joke for insurance. They don't pay for anything that clearly your plan says it does. So unorganized and clueless. So dissatisfied , they seem like a scam.
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Ron S

4/29/2017
Peace of mind is what is most important to me. My experience with PetFirst Pet Insurance has been positive all the way. They are very fast to pay for all legitimate vet bills, and I can rest assured that if my pet needed complicated specialty vet care, my pet would be covered.
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Dave

4/26/2017
This is a bait and switch company. STAY AWAY!! Erroneous email communications. CSR's who can't answer any questions. This company is horrible!!!
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Janene M

4/8/2017
PetFirst was very helpful in reimbursing me for a very expensive veterinary bill. My invalid spouse fell on my Chinese Crested and injured her. I took her to am emergency clinic and after she came home her health seemed to worsen, and I took her to my llocal veterinarian. He took tests and discovered she had a fractured rib, and a clot on her lung. If I wouldn't have taken her to the veterinarian at the time she would have lost her life. The veterinarian sent her to a special pet emergency care center for 24 hour care over the weekend. She has now recuperated at the cost of over $5000. If I had not had PetFirst insurance the cost of the veterinarian expenses would have been all of... Read More
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Our Partner
  • PetFirst is partnered with the Humane Society
  • Short waiting period before coverage begins
  • Hereditary, congenital & chronic conditions
  • No exam required
  • Coverage for exam fees
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