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Pets Trust Their VetsVets Trust

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ELECTRONIC INFORMATION PACKET

Table of ContentsWhy Pet Insurance? .........................................................................................................2

Reinventing Pet Insurnace ..............................................................................................4

The Products ..................................................................................................................10

How We Work ................................................................................................................14

Promote ..........................................................................................................................16

Training ...........................................................................................................................18

StaffBest ..........................................................................................................................19

Pet Information Form ....................................................................................21

Billing Information .........................................................................................22

Hospital Information Form .........................................................................................23

Pets Best Policy ..............................................................................................................24

Pets Best Claim Form ...................................................................................................39

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Why Pet InsuranceWhy Pet InsurancePutting an

End to Economic

Euthanasia

“You’re the man who killed my dog.”

The little girl stared directly into my eyes. Hers were soaked with sadness and anger. Mine were filled with surprise and sorrow. I’ve had my share of brawls, but never felt a knockout punch like the one delivered in a single sen-tence by a little girl. She blamed me for the death of her beloved dog, Buffy, who was euthanized in my hospital.

Buffy’s sad case directed me on the path to become the founder of pet health insurance in the United States. Embarking on such a quest was one I never contem-plated when I enrolled in veterinary school or opened my first clinic. But the concept of providing affordable health coverage for companion animals has evolved into a welcomed obsession that has taken over my life – more than any job, occupation or endeavor ever could.

-As written by Jack Stephens, DVM Founder & President of Pets Best Insurance

Pet Insurance is many things. At its core, it is merely a way to budget a small amount in anticipation of a large veterinary bill. Quite sim-ply, when a pet owner purchases pet insurance, they are buying peace of mind in the event that something may happen to their beloved pet.

Many pet owners rely on different forms of financing or they will self-insure by using a sav-ings account. While doing so is resourceful and practical, it may not always accomplish what the pet owner needs as shown in the diagram on the next page.

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This graph above is based on a pet owner put-ting $35 a month into a savings account vs. spending $35 a month on a monthly premium for pet health insurance. As you can see, the

first year, the pet owner has less than $500 in their account. What if they are faced – as Buffy’s owners were – with a $3,000 veterinary bill in the first year? Having the peace of mind knowing Pets Best Insurance pays 80% of that bill after the deductible, would ensure that your pet will get the care and treatment she needs. Having $420 in a savings account only pays for approximately 14% of the bill, and that’s only if the condition isn’t chronic or needs additional treatment.

Read on to find out why Pets Best Insurance is the preferred pet health insurer of choice and how we can ensure pets receive the best care possible with your hospital’s support.

Why Pet Insurance

Insurance vs. Savings Account

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Improve Pet Healthand IncreaseClient Satisfaction in Your Hospital

Why Choose Pets Best?

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By reviewing and studying the

following inserts, you will be

better informed on why Pets Best Insurance stands out from the competition. With so many options

it can get confusing for you as well as

your clients.

Read on to find out how you can

trust a pet insurance company to help your clients afford

the cost of care for their pets, while

allowing you to practice the best

medicine possible.

Founded by Dr. Jack Stephens, pioneer of pet •insurance in the United States

No Managed Care Principles•

Choose Any Veterinarian, Anywhere•

Straight 80% Reimbursement After Deductible•

Simple, Fast Claims Reimbursement Process•

Most Experience in the Industry•

Best Benefits, Best Value. Let Pets Best Prove It!•

No Annual LimitsNo Age Restrictions

High Lifetime Limits

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Our History = Your Future

Company overviewAbout Pets Best – Who We Are and Why We’re HerePets Best Insurance is located in Boise, Idaho, and was founded by Jack Stephens, DVM, who also founded the pet insurance industry in the United States.

In 1981 Jack had to euthanize a dog because the dog’s owner couldn’t afford treatment. Shortly after, the owner and her child saw him in a local store. When the woman asked her child if she remembered Dr. Stephens, she said, “Yes, he’s the one who killed our dog.”

That became a defining moment in his life. To stop “economic euthanasia” for pets, Jack founded the first U.S. pet insurance company the following year.

After twenty-eight years of experience in the pet insurance industry, Jack decided to take what he had learned and use it to form Pets Best. Jack contacted Greg McDonald, one of the founders of General Fire and Casualty, and together Jack and Greg founded Pets Best in October of 2005.

The company quickly upped the standard of pet insurance care throughout the nation and the industry.

What makes us different? Most of the employees of Pets Best were re-cruited directly from the veterinary profession. Nearly all of us have been involved in animal rescues. We’re pet owners and pet lovers, too.

We understand the pain of having to euthanize your pet. We never want that to happen simply because you don’t have any help to pay the bill. And from the stories we hear from our customers, we know that there are pets who are alive and happy today because their owners had the financial resources to continue treatment because of pet insurance. We want that for you, too.

Mission Statement Pets Best provides peace of mind and financial relief for owners of pets who need veterinary care. We are always accessible to our policy-holders. We endorse innovation and insight into modern veterinary care.

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The Pets Best Advantage Pioneer of Pet Insurance in the United States

JaCk L. StephenS, DvmFOUNDER, PETS BEST INSURANCE

Dr. Jack Stephens is the founder of pet insur-ance in the United States and most recently Pets Best Insurance, a company providing the most comprehensive insurance plans and high-est limits for pet owners. A former practicing veterinarian, Dr. Stephens is a pet enthusiast, sharing his home with multiple dogs, two cats and several horses.

In 1981, discouraged by the prevalence of eco-nomic euthanasia of pets, and with the financial assistance of over 900 veterinary colleagues, Dr. Stephens founded Veterinary Pet Insur-ance (VPI). After 24 years and reaching over $100 million in annual pet insurance revenues as the CEO/ founder of VPI, he decided to move on. Very soon following his departure, however, with a driving passion to increase the quality of pet care and the experience and knowledge he possessed of how to do it better, Dr. Stephens founded Pets Best Insurance.

Dr. Stephens’ distinguished past service to the veterinary profession includes: board member

of the American Veterinary Medical Founda-tion; president of the Orange County Veteri-nary Medical Association; president and board of trustee of the Southern California Veteri-nary Medical Association; board of directors for the Western Veterinary Conference, Animal Health Foundation; and executive vice presi-dent and board of directors of General Fire & Casualty Company. Dr. Stephens is also currently on the board of directors for the Catalyst Foundation; founder and board of directors for the North American Pet Health Insurance Association; founder of the Pet Cancer Foundation; the pet insurance expert for the Morris Animal Foundation; board of directors for Pets Best Japan; and has the honor of being one of four “Change Makers in Veterinary Medi-cine,” according to Veterinary Economics.

He has also written and published numerous articles about pet health insurance, and a book expected for release in

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2009. His story about battling cancer has also ap-peared in two nationally best selling books. He is a vocal advocate for the positive effects that pets have on our lives.

In 2000, Stephens established and is chairman of the board of The Skeeter Foun-dation, a non-profit organization dedicated to demonstrating the positive health effects of the human-animal bond. The Skeeter Foun-dation supports the local development of therapy teams of certified pets for visitations to hospitals, senior citizen facilities, schools and other organizations where therapy pets can provide value. Volunteers with their therapy pets provide comfort and companionship by

sharing therapy dogs and other pets, such as cats, rabbits and even horses with others.

Stephens received his veterinary degree in 1972 from the University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine, was named Alumnus of the Year in 1993 and Distinguished Alumni for the university in 2003. He received the Benefactor Award from the Wild Life Way Station, a wildlife and exotic rescue sanctuary in Los Angeles County, Calif., in 2004 and the President’s Award from the American Humane Association in 1998. He founded six veterinary clinics in Southern California before pioneering the pet insurance industry by starting the first and largest pet insurer and now the best insurer of pets.

With his constant companion, Skeeter, a min-iature pinscher, he has given two graduation commencement speeches to veterinary gradu-ates at Missouri and Texas A&M University and is a frequent speaker at veterinary confer-ences throughout the nation.

Dr. Stephens resides with his wife and menag-erie of pets in Twin Falls, Idaho, and is the President/Founder of Pets Best Insurance.

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Expand the Reach of Your Hospital throughPet Best’s Industry-Leading Community Involvement

At Pets Best, we believe that one of the cornerstones of any reputable organization is whether or not they stand by their word. For us, that means caring about pets, both in providing the most comprehensive pet insurance plans available at affordable prices and also working diligently in the communities we serve to make a positive difference for pets and pet owners.

Serving pets and people is a mission we take seriously, a mission that fills us with passion and purpose. We can think of no other way to be.

the morriS animaL FounDation (www.morrisanimalfoundation.org)Our SupportPets Best pledged $1,000,000 to the Morris Animal Foundation and its efforts to find a cure for canine cancer in the next 10-20 years, the lifetime of a dog.

About the FoundationThe Morris Animal Foundation is the world’s largest non-profit foundation dedi-cated to funding research studies to protect, treat and cure animals, including com-

panion animals, as well as wildlife. Founded in 1948, MAF has funded 1300 studies with funds approaching $50 million with 100% of all donations going to fund animal health. MAF is now working to raise $30 million to find the cure for canine cancer. It is strongly believed that finding a cure for canine cancer will lead to a quicker cure for human cancer.

“raCing to Save petS” (www.petsbest.com/racingtosavepets)Our SupportAt Pets Best Insurance, our “Racing to Save Pets” campaign is increas-ing shelter adoptions, increasing the retention of pets with adoptive pet parents and providing added direct revenue to local shelters with no additional overhead or fundraising cost incurred by the shelter.

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Despite years of good spay/neuter programs, far too many dogs and cats still end up at local animal shelters. The sheer number of pets in need means that there are too many to find homes, which causes thousands of pets across the country to be euthanized each year. We know from anecdotal evidence and surveys that pets end up in shelters for a variety of reasons, such as an abundance of unwanted and unnecessary breeding, behavioral problems and the inability of pet owners to afford needed veterinary care.

Pets Best Insurance wants to do something about this problem by helping change societal behavior so that pet owners no longer see pets as being disposable, by helping to reduce some of the reasons for abandoned or relinquished pets, and help provide the means to financially care for the healthcare needs of pets.

the pet CanCer FounDation anD the onCoLogy initiative(www.petcancerfoundation.org)

Our SupportThe Pet Cancer Foundation is an independent, non-profit effort established to provide a resource for learning about pet cancer, receiving a free consultation with a cancer specialist and being informed of the available treatment options. The foundation is sponsored by Pets Best Insurance, working to better the lives of pets and pet owners.

About the FoundationThe Pet Cancer Foundation, in cooperation with online oncology specialist Oncura Partners, is providing any dog or cat owner in the United States with the opportunity to receive a free initial online consultation with a pet oncologist. Veterinarians receive a free initial consultation from a board-certified veterinary oncologist to determine the prognosis and most effec-

tive treatments for the specific type of cancer diagnosed. Also available to veterinarians are chemotherapy medications in exact, single-prescribed doses mailed directly to your hospital, lowering inventory costs.

We are also proud to support organizations such as The Magic Bullet Fund, 2nd Chance for Pets, Heaven Can Wait, and The Pet Fund who are all working for the better good of pets.

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What Pets Best Plans Cover

What is not Covered?

Pre-existing (unless cured, then eligible after six months)•Congenital conditions (if present at birth)•Preventative, elective and cosmetic procedures •Boarding and grooming•Food, including prescription food•Supplements and vitamins•

For more details on our coverage, refer to to a copy of our policy included in this

packet or download a copy online.

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The Products

Illnesses, accidents, and injuries•Prescription medications•Hospitalization•Surgeries•Cancer treatments•After-hours emergency •Visits to specialists•Acupuncture & chiropractic•MRI, CAT Scans, and X-rays•Optional Wellness care available•

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special Coverage Limitations

Limited Coverage Coverage aLLowed per pLan type

These conditions set forth are not subject to deductibles and co-payments Pets BasiC Pets First Pets Premier

Behavioral Conditions

Diagnosed by veterinarian $40 $100 $200

Hereditary Conditions Excludes congenital $100 $200 $300

Pregnancy-related Conditions

Certain breeds are excluded $100 $200 $300

Cremation or BurialMaximumbenefit for all combined services

$50 $100 $200

Cruciate Ligament Rupture

12-month waiting period sub-limit $50 $100 $200

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3 simple Plans – Complete Coverage for dogs and Cats

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The Products

Pets Best coverage Plans for Illnesses, accidents & Injuries

Pets Basic Pets First Pets Premierrates starting at (Rates vary from location to location. The actual rate may be higher or lower.)

$22.17 (puppy) $32.92 (puppy) $49.00 (puppy)

$16.75 (kitten) $24.08 (kitten) $35.00 (kitten)

Per-Incident Deductible(Deductible for each new injury or illness - deductibles do not “reset” each year.)

$100 $75 $300

Per-Incident limit(Any new illness or accident) $2,500 $7,000 $14,000

lifetime limit $42,500 $100,000 $100,000

no annual limits – no age restrictions – High lifetime limits

additionaL Featuresmore oF What makes Pets Best simPLy the Best Pet insuranCe

underWritingAutomated underwriting based on •owner’s statementGuaranteed accident coverage•Enroll pet at any age •Rates vary by age, breed, species •and locationNocomplicatedbenefitschedule•

veterinary serviCesVet Locator •www.petsbest.com/vetlocatorConditions are covered from year to year •up to policy limitsMultiple-pet discounts•Fast claim turn-around•

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pets Best routine Care optionadditionaL Coverage For routine Care

EncouragesRoutineCareVisits • AnnualBenefitLimits•

NoDeductible • FlatRatePerMonth•

Discount if Pet is Spayed or Neutered•

BestWellnessFor dogs

BestWellnessFor Cats

monthly ratesSpayed or Neutered / Unaltered

$17.00 / $20.00

Deductible None NoneAnnualBenefits $440 $505

no deductible, Pays up to: Pays up to: Pays up to:

Annual Exam $35 $35Spay / Neuter $100 $100Teeth Cleaning $100 $100Blood Panel $60 $60Heartworm Test $25 $25Fecal Test $15 $15Urinalysis Test $25 $25FeLV Test (Leukemia) $60Vaccines / Inoculations Rabies $15 $15 DHLP $15 Parvo/Corona $10 Bordetella $10 Lyme $15 Giardia $15 FVRCP $25 Leukemia $25 FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) $20

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Pets Best is the Best Value. See How In the Following Claim Comparison.

Pets Best Claim ExampleTotal Bill $1490.00

Subtract Deductible (Pets First Plan) $75.00

Multiply by Percentage 80%

Amount Reimbursed to Client $1132.00

Benefit Schedule Claim ExampleTotal Bill $1490.00

Allowable Amount from Benefit Schedule $501.00

Subtract Deductible $50.00

Multiply by Percentage 90%

Reimbursed to Client $501.00

Claim Comparison

Pets Best Benefit Schedule

Total Bill $1,490.00 $1,490.00Deductible $75 $50Percentage 80% 90%

Reimbursement $1,132.00 $501.00

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How We Work

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Paying claims is why we’re here. We just like to make it easy.

ReimbuRsementPaying claims is why we’re here. Clients pay your hospital in full for services rendered, fill out the claim form and send it to us. Once we receive the completed claim form with a detailed invoice showing a zero balance and appropriate signatures, we will reimburse the policy holder 80% after the deductible is met on all eligible claims. We also pay direct to the hospital if desired.

Claim FoRmsClaim forms are easy to fill out and submit. Simply have your client follow the step-by-step instructions on the back of the form. Any hospital staff member can sign the claim form with a diagnosis and/or symptoms treat-ed, but the client is responsible for filling out the claim form. The policy holder then signs the claim form and submits it with a detailed paid invoice.

Claim forms are available by mail or on our website at www.petsbest.com/claimform.

ContaCt usWe are always happy to help.Please contact Veterinary Services at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or [email protected] 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mountain Time any time we can be of service.

Claims appeal pRoCessUnderstanding claim decisionsIt isn’t often that a client is dissatisfied with a claims decision – in fact, less than half a percent of our claims are disputed. We find that most appeals occur because of pre-existing conditions that may or may not have been diagnosed before the policy was purchased.

Cancer, for example, can take weeks to months to develop. Educating your clients about the importance of buying insurance while their pets are young will help ensure that the majority of illnesses and diseases during the pet’s life will be covered. Too often, pet owners wait until their pet is showing signs of illness before purchasing a policy, which means that illness can’t be covered.

Insuring only conditions that develop after the policy purchase date keeps premiums affordable for everyone. Covering pre-existing conditions would make the premiums cost-prohibitive for the majority of pet owners.

For those who wish to appeal a claim, a letter from the policy holder must be submitted along with any supporting documentation they choose, which may include a letter from you, the veterinarian. An independent veterinarian will then review the claim for a final decision.

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Sharing Pets Best is Easy and Beneficial for Your Practice

Ordering MaterialsQuestion: How do I order materials to give to my clients?

Answer: Ordering materials is easy. Go online to www.petsbest.com/veterinarians and click on the “Request Info” tab. Follow the instructions and you’ll have your requested information in 7-10 business days.

Another option is to call or email our Veterinary Services Department at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or [email protected] to make your order.

Website linkingQuestion: How do I link to Pets Best on my website?

Answer: If you would like to link to Pets Best on your hospital website, simply go online to www.petsbest.com/veterinarians and click on the “How to Market” tab. Choose the logo with the content you like and follow the instructions for linking.

Additionally, we’ll offer a 5% discount* to your clients just for enrolling through your website.

Your web discount must be requested by calling or emailing our Veterinary Services Department at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or [email protected].

Marketing MaterialsQuestion: What types of marketing materials do you offer?

Answer: At Pets Best we have different types of materials that will help your hospital promote pet insurance.

Brochures that can be used in your hospital are always available, along with separate pro-motional postcards that can be used as client mailers. This postcard includes a 5% discount code* for clients who enroll. These materials are provided free of charge.

To order, please call or email our Veterinary Services Department at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or [email protected] to make your order.

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Here are a few of the most commonly asked questions about effectively introducing Pets Best:

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PrOMOtiOn ideasQuestion: Do you have any suggestions for promoting pet insurance in my hospital?

Answer: We do! Try some or all of the following ideas:

Verbally address the importance of pet 1. insurance with your clients. Impress upon them the importance of buying when the pet is healthy.

Hand a brochure or postcard to your 2. clients or staple one to their receipts as they pay for your services. What better way to promote the benefits of insurance than when they are paying their bill?

Keep brochures displayed in all exam 3. rooms as well as the lobby.

Include materials in puppy/kitten packs 4. for new pet parents in order to keep them informed of how our plans work.

Participate in a webinar at least twice a year 5. or as new employees are hired.

Link to Pets Best on your website.6.

Client Mailers can be a good way to pro-7. mote to your clientele base. We’ll provide the mailers for free!

Enroll your staff in our StaffBest8. ™ pro-gram. Having your staff enrolled enables them to experience the great benefits of Pets Best. When your employees are happy with Pets Best, they will be more likely to promote pet insurance to your clients.

Vet lOcatOrQuestion: What is Vet Locator and how do I include my hospital?

Answer: Vet Locator is a free marketing tool for veterinary hospitals as well as a great resource for potential clients. As an Associate Provider of Pets Best Insurance, you are auto-matically included in our Vet Locator service.

As a provider, you will stand out above other hospitals in your area with an “official provid-er” seal next to your name. Any potential client looking for a vet in your area will see where you are located on a map, what services you offer and we’ll even link them to your website.

If you would like to include additional information about your hospital on our Vet Locator service, please call or email our Veterinary Services Department at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or [email protected] or visit our website at www.petsbest.com/veterinarians.

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Training

Pets Best Insurance provides an easy, convenient way to educate your employees on the reasons

Pets Best stands out above the competition.

Staff trainingS/WebinarSBetter inform your staff members of the benefits of Pet Insurance by participating in a live, interactive Webinar.

What better way to promote pet insurance to your clients than by having your staff fully in-formed about pet insurance and the positive advantages that occur when pet owners insure their pets?

What is a Webinar? A webinar is a fun, interactive, web-based pre-sentation. One of our friendly and knowledge-able Veterinary Services employees gives the presentation over a conference line while you and your staff watch on the computer screen or projected image and ask questions over the phone.

All you need is a high-speed Internet connec-tion and a speaker phone. We’ll do the rest! A question-and-answer session at the end of the presentation helps ensure that all your staff ’s questions are answered.

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ParticiPating in a Webinar iS aS eaSy aS 1-2-3! Go to our website at www.petsbest.com/veterinarians.1.

Click on the Staff Trainings link and find the webinar schedule.2.

Find a webinar date and time that works best for your hospital and follow the 3. instructions for participating.

Alternatives: We understand that because of certain situations, a webinar may not be the best option for your hospital. Please call our Veterinary Services Department to discuss alternatives. We’re happy to help!

We are excited to connect with you. Please follow the instructions on our website above or call 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4 or email your request to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

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StaffBest™

A Simplified Staff Discount Plan for Veterinary Hospitals.

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Pets Best Insurance not only offers coverage to your clients, but also offers coverage for staff pets through our StaffBest™ program. When you enroll your hospital as a group you can receive a 20%* discount off your monthly premiums.

If you would like to receive a custom quote or have questions, please call

our Veterinary Services Department at 1.877.738.7237 ext. 4

or email us at [email protected]

*Discount not available in all states

Save $$ Increased Options Customizable Program

No longer discount the cost of veterinary care at your hospital. You can offer your full range of services at your standard rates and your em-ployees can benefit from our quick 80% claim reimburse-ment and ease of use.

You and your employees will have access to emergency care, specialists, and refer-ral services while still having the peace of mind knowing you can receive 80% back, after the deductible.

StaffBest™ can be tailored to fit any hospital. You decide how many pets to enroll, which plan you’d like, and which payment option works best.

See how easily StaffBest™ can benefit your employees as well as your practice.

Partnering with Pets Best means:

80% reimbursement after deductible for procedures at your clinic •Coverage for emergency and specialist care•StaffBest• ™canbetailoredtofitanyhospital.Youdecidehowmanypetstoenroll,whichplanyou’dlike,andwhichpaymentoptionworksbestA20%discountoff themonthlypremiumforhospitalsthatenrollfive•or more staff pets*

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StaffBest™

See for Yourself How the StaffBest™ Program Can Improve Your Bottom Line.

www.petsbest.com/vets 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4

Number of Employee Pets 22Avg.AnnualCostof Care* $672TotalCostPerYear $14,784.00Discount Offered by Clinic 50%Revenue Lost Yearly $7,392.00

*Annual cost of care based on the American Pet Product Manufacturers Association (APPMA) National Pet Owner Survey 2007-2008

Example Hospital “A” in Redlands, CA

Pets Basic PlanAvg. monthly premium of

$22.80MonthlyPremiumTotal $501.60YearlyPremiumTotal $6019.20Amount Saved Annually $1,372.80

Example Hospital “A” Utilizing StaffBest™ Program Savings

See what SavingS your hoSpital could be enjoyingGet a quick idea based on national averages in the quick quote forms below

Get a personalized quote for your hospitalFindtheStaffBest• ™enrollmentapplicationbehindthisinsertandcopythepetinformationpagetoprovidethenecessaryinformationaboutallof yourstaff ’spetsandfaxthecompletedformto866-777-1434,attentionVeterinaryServices.Ordownloadtheenrollmentformfromourwebsiteatwww.petbest.com/vetsandemailthe •[email protected].

Any questions? We’d love to help you! Call us at 877-738-7237 ext. 4 or email us at [email protected]

(A) Number of Employee Pets _______(B)Avg.AnnualCostof Care* $672(C)TotalCostPerYear $____,________(D) Discount Offered _____%(E)RevenueLostYearly $____,________

Pets Basic PlanAvg. monthly premium of

$22.80(A)MonthlyPremiumTotal $____,______(B)YearlyPremiumTotal $____,______(C) Amount Saved Annually $____,______

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multiply the # of employee pets by the average of $22.80multiply Line A by 12

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StaffBest: Owner/Pet Information Form

Owner Information

Owners Name:

Owners Address:

Email Address:

Phone Number:

Pet 1: Name:

Pet Information

Birth Date (mm/dd/yy):(If you don’t know your pets birthday, close estimates are fine)

Cat: Dog: Mixed: [Y] or [N]

Primary Breed: Secondary Breed: Color:

Spayed/Neutered: [Y] or [N]

Has your pet been ill, injured or shown any symptoms of illness or injury in at anytime in the previous 12 months? [Y] or [N]

If Yes: Date: Condition:

If Yes: Date: Condition:

Pet 2: Name: Birth Date (mm/dd/yy):(If you don’t know your pets birthday, close estimates are fine)

Cat: Dog: Mixed: [Y] or [N]

Primary Breed: Secondary Breed:

Color:

Spayed/Neutered: [Y] or [N]

Has your pet been ill, injured or shown any symptoms of illness or injury in at anytime in the previous 12 months? [Y] or [N]

If Yes: Date: Condition:

If Yes: Date: Condition:

SB-PIF 2008

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StaffBest: Billing Information

Veterinary Hospital Inforamtion

Hospital Name:

Hospital Address:

Email Address:

Phone Number:

*First/Last Name:

Billing Information

SB-BI 2008

Fax Number:

*Required (Must have billing information on card being used due to system requirements)

*Billing Address:

*State:*Zip:

*Phone Number:

*Credit Card #: EXP:SEC Code:Quarterly: or Monthly:

If you prefer not to provide credit card information on this application, please call Pets Best Veterinary Services Department at 1-877-738-7237 ext. 4.

Pets Best InsuranceVeterinary Services Department2710 Sunrise Rim Rd. Ste. 100Boise, ID 83705Fax: [email protected]

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2710 Sunrise Rim Road ● Ste. 100 ● Boise, ID 83705 ● 877.738.7237 ● www.petsbest.com

Vet Locator Hospital Information Form Hospital Name: ____________________________________________________________ Street Address: ____________________ City: __________ State: _____ Zip Code: _____ Phone: _______________________________ Fax: ____________________________ Email: ________________________________ Website: ____________________________ Chief of Staff: __________________________ Office Manager: _____________________

Hours of Operation Monday _________ Tuesday _________ Wednesday _________ Thursday _________ Friday _________ Saturday _________ Sunday _________

Hospital Profile ______________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Applicable Information Please check all that apply Medical Disciplines

Avian Medicine Orthopedic Medicine & Surgery Cardiology Radiology Dentistry Reproduction Dermatology Sports Medicine Emergency Medicine & Critical Care Surgery Exotic Medicine Neurology Oncology Ophthalmology

Other Services Acupuncture Behavior Counseling Boarding Chiropractic Services Grooming Hydrotherapy Homeopathy Nutrition Pain Management Rehabilitation Senior Care/Geriatrics Obedience Training Wellness Clinics Other: _____________

Board Certification AAVP ABVP ABVP(Av) ABVP(Fe) ACVA ACVB ACVCP ACVD ACVECC ACVIM ACVM ACVN ACVO ACVP ACVPM ACVR ACVS

Special Equipment

CT Scan ECG Endoscope Lab Services On-Site Laser Surgery Laparoscope MRI, On-Site Radiographs Radio Surgery Ultrasound Other: _____________

Veterinary Affiliations AVMA AAHA AAFF Other: ________

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PETS ACCIDENT & ILLNESS POLICY

INSURING AGREEMENT

In consideration for premiums paid, your compliance with all of your duties in the event of insured loss and all other terms and conditions set forth in this policy, we will pay up to the applicable limit (less any corresponding deductible) for veterinary services resulting from accident, injury or illness to your pet that first occur and are treated by a veterinarian during the policy period and as covered in the policy. This policy contains very strict claims reporting requirements which must be followed as conditions precedent to coverage You are authorized to make request changes in the terms of this policy. Changes can be made only with our expressed prior written consent and by amending the declarations or by issuing an endorsement which is made part of this policy. Changes, amendments and waivers to this policy will take effect on the date we specify in the policy declarations and schedules or endorsement, and will not relate back to the policy inception. If the policyholder changes from one plan to another with higher benefits, the maximum benefits will be limited to those which applied before the change in plan for any conditions manifested, whether treated or not. We may investigate and settle any claim or suit that we decide is appropriate. Our duty to settle or defend ends when the amount we pay for damages in judgments or settlements resulting from the offense or incident equals our indemnification limit of liability.

Throughout the Policy and any Endorsements, the words “you,” “your,” “Insured,” and “Named Insured” refer to the Insured. The words “we,” “us,” “our,” and the “Company” refer to the Insurer. Other capitalized terms have specific meaning throughout the Policy as defined in the Definitions Section below.

Table of Contents

Insuring Agreement ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 1

Deductible and Co-Payments ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2

Waiting Periods that Apply ……………………………………………………………………………………... 2

Policy Term ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 2

Premium Payments ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2

Electronic Delivery ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2

Continuity of Policy Limits ……………………………………………………………………………………... 2

Policy Renewal ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

Renewal Premiums or Coverage Changes – Prior Notice Required ……………………………………………. 2

Fixed Premium Option – Special Conditions …………………………………………………………………… 3

Description of Illness Plan Coverages ………………………………………………………………………….. 4

Coverage Limitations Applicable to Pets First and Pets Basic Plans …………………………………………... 5

Optional BestWellness Plan ………………………………………………………………………………......... 5

Accidental Injury Only Coverage Plan ………………………………………………………………………….. 6

Exclusions Applicable to All Plans ……………………………………………………………………………... 7

Termination Provisions ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

Claims Procedures ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 9

Disputes Between You and Us / Claims Appeal Process ………………………………………………………. 10

General Terms and Conditions …………………………………………………………………………………. 11

Definitions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13

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1. All claims are subject to any and all deductibles and co-payments.

2. Deductible refers to the amount of a covered loss for each incident for which you have become liable before benefits apply. Per incident deductibles will be applied and deducted from covered claims before benefits apply. After application of the deductible, we will settle any claim or dispute, up to eighty percent (80%) of the remaining amount of the usual and customary veterinary charge for each covered incident, not to exceed the per incident policy limit for all accident and illness coverage. The Pet Owner will be responsible for paying the twenty percent (20%) co-payment portion of the remaining balances of the claim.

Deductibles and Co-Payments

3. Co-payment is the stated percentage of each covered claim for which you are responsible for paying in addition to any per incident deductible. The co-payment share of each covered claim under this policy will be a minimum of twenty percent (20%).

Waiting Periods that Apply

The Illness and Wellness liability benefits are subject to a fourteen (14) day waiting period, following the effective date of the policy before coverage becomes effective. There is a three (3) day waiting period for accidental injury only claims. These waiting periods are waived for continuous, uninterrupted policy renewals, including, at Companies discretion, uninterrupted policy renewals from other pet insurance providers.

The term of this policy shall be for a period of three-hundred sixty-five (365) days and shall remain in effect as long as the premium is paid and you comply with all other terms and conditions of the policy.

1. Coverage begins at 12:01 a.m. on the third day following the date the company or its designated representative receives and accepts the completed enrollment application and the required premium subject to the applicable waiting period.

Policy Term

2. Coverage will be continuous until cancelled by you or us. Additional information regarding cancellation is listed in Policy Termination Provisions.

Premium Payments You are responsible for the payment of all premiums. We must receive the first payment to place coverage into effect. Thereafter, premium payments will be due monthly unless we agree to accept quarterly, semi-annually or annually. All premium payments will be made by electronic debit to your credit card or bank account, unless you have made other approved payment arrangements with the company, which must be specifically set forth on the declarations page. Payments by check will only be accepted when at least ninety (90) days of premium has been paid up-front. This policy will be cancelled if the premium payment is not received within ten (10) days of the due date. Additional information regarding premium payments is listed in the policy declarations.

Electronic Delivery Electronic delivery of policy and endorsements: by accepting the terms of this insurance as evidenced by the payment of premiums hereunder, it is agreed that this policy and any endorsements may be delivered to you by electronic mail via the internet, at the company’s option. If you choose not to accept electronic delivery of this policy, you must immediately notify the company and arrange for the policy to be mailed or otherwise delivered.

Continuity of Policy Limits

Should you change state of residence, or should the company change insurers, so that the company underwriting this policy must change then the previously applied claim payments and per incident and per pet lifetime limits will remain with the pet and not the policy, and therefore will not reset.

Policy Renewal We will renew this policy automatically on the three-hundred sixty-sixth (366th) day following the effective date, unless you receive a written notice of non-renewal from us, or we receive written notification from you of your intent to non-renew this Policy. Coverage shall renew upon the same terms and conditions set forth in this Policy unless the company provides you written notification of policy changes, in accordance with the renewal provisions set forth below.

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Renewal Premiums or Coverage Changes - Prior Notice Required

If we elect to renew this policy and the premium will increase by more than 30%, the deductible will materially change or we will materially reduce limits or coverage, we will mail written notice to you at the last known address at least 30 days prior to the expiration date of the Policy. If notice is not mailed at least 30 days before the expiration date of the Policy, the Policy will remain in effect for an additional 30 days or until the effective date of any replacement coverage procured, whichever is less, on the same terms and conditions as the expiring policy. If the renewal is accepted, the new premium and renewal changes will be effective on and after the first day of the renewal term. If the Policy is not renewed, any earned premium for the resulting extended period of coverage will be calculated pro rata at the rates applicable to the expiring policy.

1. Fixed Premium Coverage: at our option, we may offer fixed premium coverage to new and existing insured. This optional coverage will enable the insured to fix the monthly premium for their Pets First or Pets Basic plans for each Pet identified in the Declarations. An additional monthly premium will be charged for each pet under this Fixed Premium option. The monthly premium will be established and fixed based upon the current age of the Pet(s) at the time this provision is made effective and will not be subject to change until a dog reaches eight (8) years of age or a cat reaches twelve (12) years of age, except in certain circumstances set forth below, and provided that: (1) all premium payments are made in a timely manner; (2) continuous, uninterrupted policy coverage is maintained for the Pet(s) during the time this option is in effect; (3) no changes are made to the type of plan(s) selected; and (4) you comply with all material terms and conditions set forth in this Policy and its endorsements.

2. Expiration Date and Recalculation of Premiums: the fixed premium option will lock the base premium rate for your dog(s) or cat(s) at the current age of your pet at the time the option is purchased and shall remain in place through the policy period in which a dog reaches its eighth (8th) birthday or a cat reaches its twelfth (12th) birthday. Policy premiums for pets subsequent to the expiration of the fixed premium option will be calculated based upon prevailing rates, rate factors (including age of the pet), and any rate modifications in effect as of the next policy renewal date following a dog’s eighth (8th) birthday or a cat’s twelfth (12th) birthday.

3. Illness Plan Coverage Upgrades: subsequent to purchasing this optional coverage, if the Pet’s First or Basic illness coverage is increased or upgraded to another illness plan that affords greater coverage for the Pet(s), the fixed premium option will automatically transfer to the upgraded illness plan. The premium for the subject pet(s) under the upgraded illness plan will be calculated based upon prevailing plan rates, rate modifications, and rate factors for the upgraded illness plan, except that the original age rating factor that was applied on the date this coverage became effective will remain in effect at the time an upgrade is made.

Fixed Premium Option - Special Conditions

4. Illness Plan Coverage Downgrades: subsequent to purchasing this optional coverage, if the illness plan is downgraded to a plan that provides less coverage for the Pet(s), this endorsement will not transfer to the downgraded plan. The premium for the subject Pet(s) under the downgraded plan will be calculated based upon prevailing plan rates, rate modifications and rate factors for the downgraded plan at the time of the downgrade. At the time of the plan downgrade, if the company is still offering the fixed premium option, you may still have the option of purchasing a new fixed premium option based upon the current age of the Pet and subject to the prevailing terms and conditions of the fixed premium optional coverage.

5. Illness Plan Cancellations: if the illness plan is cancelled for any reason, this optional coverage will automatically be cancelled as well. In the event your plan is reinstated or upon your re-enrollment in another plan, and provided the company is still offering fixed premium endorsements at the time of reinstatement or re-enrollment, you may purchase a new fixed premium option, which will recalculate and fix the monthly plan premium for the Pet based upon prevailing plan rates, and any rate modifications and applicable rate factors.

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6. Scope of optional coverage; Not Applicable to Other Promotional Rates and Discounts: this option will only apply to the base premium rate for the Pet(s) under the Pets Best illness plan as set forth herein, and does not apply to any other current or future discounts or promotional rates the company may offer from time to time, policy endorsements, or other fees the company may charge in accordance with the terms of this Policy.

7. Newly added pets: the Fixed Premium rate(s) under this optional coverage will not apply to the addition of new pets to the policy. Newly added pets will be subject to the rates and applicable rating factors in existence at the time a new pet is added to a plan. If, at the time a new pet is added to your policy, the company is still offering the Fixed Premium option, you may purchase the fixed premium optional coverage for any newly added pet(s) based upon the prevailing rates and terms and conditions then in effect.

8. No Guaranteed Renewal of Coverage: the purchase of this optional coverage does not guarantee that base coverage for the Pet will be renewed under your Pets Best policy at each policy renewal. The Pet remains subject to company underwriting guidelines and criteria.

9. Rate Revisions: if we file any plan rate revisions that would result in a premium lower than the Fixed Premium under this option, then the lower premium that results from the revision will be made available upon the next policy renewal.

10. Not Applicable to Accident only or BestWellness plans: this option is not available for use in conjunction with the BestWellness or Accident only plans.

11. Discontinuation of Fixed Premium Program: the company may, at any time in its discretion, discontinue offering the Fixed Premium option to new insured. The company, however, will continue to honor and provide the Fixed Premium optional coverage for any existing insured who has purchased the option prior to termination of the program, subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

Description of Illness Plan Coverages

This policy shall provide Illness and Accidental Injury coverage, as described in the Insuring Agreement, for the Pet as set forth herein. We will pay up to 80% of the usual and customary veterinary expenses for each covered accidental injury or illness up to the applicable limit of liability per incident for claims resulting from covered veterinary services for the pet that fist occur and are treated by a licensed veterinarian during the policy period. All deductibles and co-payments, and other terms and conditions of the policy will apply.

Claims for Veterinary Services incurred or rendered subsequent to the termination of this policy are not covered, even if the claim is for a medical condition that commenced prior to the termination of the policy.

Pets Basic Plan

Pets First Plan

Pets Premier

Plan

Per Pet Lifetime Benefit (Payable only if policy is continuously renewed and maintained in force during all eligible services)

$42,500 $100,000 $100,000

Maximum per Incident per Pet Limit (Payable only if policy is continuously renewed and maintained in force during all eligible services. Chronic conditions are considered to be a single incident)

$2,500 $7,000 $14,000

Per Incident Deductible per Pet $100 $75 $300

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Coverage Limitations Applicable to Pets Basic, Pets First and Pets Premier Plans

The conditions set forth in this section are not subject to deductibles and co-payments, but instead are subject to specific defined coverage sub limits.

Pets Basic Plan

(per pet lifetime benefit)

Pets First Plan

(per pet lifetime benefit)

Pets Premier

Plan

(per pet lifetime benefit)

Behavioral Conditions Diagnosed by veterinarian, other than obedience or training issues.

$40 $100 $200

Hereditary Conditions Excludes congenital conditions, which are subject to pre-existing limitations

$100 $200 $300

Pregnancy Related Conditions, Including Complications Caused By or Resulting From Pregnancy

Certain breeds are excluded (1) $100 $200 $300

Mortality Expenses for Humane Reasons Only

Maximum benefit for all combined services (2)

$50 $100 $200

Cruciate Ligament Rupture Subject to policy sub limit during first annual policy term (12 months). Thereafter, regular applicable policy claim benefits apply.

$50 $100 $200

(1) Breeding and reproduction expenses, such as artificial insemination, are not covered under this policy.

(2) Limited to euthanasia, cremation or burial in association with euthanasia for humane reasons only.

Optional BestWellness Plan

This coverage shall provide limited benefits as listed or the actual costs incurred, whichever is less, for the following BestWellness care for the Pet. Deductibles and co-payments do not apply to BestWellness benefits.

One-half (50%) of the annual BestWellness benefits require coverage to be in force for a continuous six (6) month period before they can be used. After 6 consecutive months as a policyholder, the full 100% of BestWellness benefit is available for use. After coverage is in force for a continuous twelve (12) months, the BestWellness benefits will reset with any unused portion expiring and a new annual benefit becoming available for use

If BestWellness benefits are cancelled or not renewed for any Pet(s) during any policy period or subsequent policy renewal, then a twelve (12) month waiting period will be applied before Wellness coverage can again be purchased for said Pet(s).

Cancellation of the BestWellness plan may, at the company’s discretion, result in the non-renewal of the Pets Basic and Pets First plans at the policy renewal date.

BestWellness benefits are not subject to deductibles or co-payments.

Optional Canine BestWellness Plan

Optional Feline BestWellness Plan

Annual benefits available if policy is kept in force for 12 consecutive months $440.00 $505.00

Wellness Exam $35 $35

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Vaccines/Inoculations

Optional Canine BestWellness Plan

Optional Feline BestWellness Plan

Rabies $15 $15 DHLP $15 N/A Parvo/Corona $10 N/A Bordetella $10 N/A Lyme $15 N/A Giardia $15 N/A FVRCP N/A $25 Leukemia N/A $25 FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) N/A $20

Spay/Neuter (1) $100 $100 Teeth Cleaning $100 $100 Blood Panel $60 $60 Heartworm Test $25 $25 Fecal Test $15 $15 Urinalysis Test $25 $25 FeLV Test (Leukemia) N/A $60

(1) If the Pet(s) is already spayed or neutered and this feature is not a benefit which can be used, the BestWellness premium will be discounted by $3 per month ($36 annually).

Accidental Injury Only Coverage Plan

We will pay up to eighty percent (80%) of the usual and customary veterinary charges for each covered accident claim up to the applicable Limit of Liability for claims resulting from covered Veterinary expenses for the Pet that first occur and are treated by a veterinarian during the policy period. All per incident deductibles will be applied and deducted from covered claims before liability coverage benefits are calculated and applied. The co-payment for each covered claim will be twenty percent (20%) after deductible. A three (3) day waiting period is applied after the effective date of the policy before Accident Only coverage begins.

Claims for Veterinary Services incurred or rendered subsequent to the termination of this policy are not covered, even if the claim is for a medical condition that commenced prior to the termination of this policy.

Maximum per Incident per Pet Liability Limit (Payable only if policy is continuously renewed and maintained in force during all eligible services)

$2,500

Lifetime Policy per Pet Liability Limit (Payable only if policy is continuously renewed and maintained in force during all eligible services)

$17,000

Per incident deductible per pet (Refer to policy Declarations)

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Covered Accidental Injuries Maximum Limit per Incident per Pet

Diaphragmatic Hernia (trauma induced) $2,500 Esophageal and GI Foreign Bodies (Surgical) $2,500 Fractures (Medical) Treatment $1,500 Fractures-(Surgical) $2,500 Pneumothorax/Chest Foreign Body $2,500 Limb Amputation $2,500 Elbow/Hip Luxation (Non Hereditary) $1,500 Poisoning $1,500 Toe/Tail Amputation $1,500 Wounds (Lacerations, Cuts, Abrasions) $1,500 Esophageal and GI Foreign Bodies (Medical) $1,000 Snake Bite $1,000 Sprain-Limping (Nonspecific) $500 Torn Nail $200

Exclusions Applicable to All Plans

We will not be liable for paying any of the following:

1. Claims for veterinary services exceeding the maximum per incident or lifetime benefits amounts or policy limits.

2. Claims arising from, or as a result of, any excluded procedure, accident or illness.

3. Any claims caused by or as a result of: (a) invasion, war or civil war, insurrection, rebellion, revolution, military or usurped power or by operation of armed forces while engaged in hostilities, whether war be declared or not; or (b) any nuclear incident or biological, chemical or radiation contamination or exposure other than acts of terrorism.

4. Claims for accidental injury or illness to the Pet(s) that occur or manifest, whether treated or not, prior to the effective date of the policy as stated on the Declarations page or before the acceptance of the application by the company.

5. Claims for attorney fees or other defense or court-related expenses arising out of any claim or dispute in connection with this Policy.

6. Any costs that arise from, are exacerbated by, or are related to, mistreatment, injury or neglect of a Pet caused by the Pet Owner, any member of the Pet Owner’s household, or anyone employed or contracted by the Pet Owner.

7. Claims for veterinary charges, fees or other related expenses exceeding eligible benefits or because such expenses are in excess of the usual and customary fees for the local area where the insured incurred charges and services were rendered.

8. Claims for illness, sickness, disease or BestWellness coverage for the Pet that are diagnosed, manifested or were treated before the effective date of coverage or prior to the expiration of the fourteen (14) day waiting period under the policy. All waiting periods are waived for uninterrupted policy renewals.

9. Preventative and elective procedures, including, but not limited to, tail docking, ear crops, nail trims, feline declaws, dewclaw removal, and anal gland expression.

10. Loss resulting from illegal or wrongful acts that are committed by the insured, members of the insured’s household or the insured’s representative.

11. Non-veterinary services, including, but not limited to, federal, state or local taxes, waste disposal, government fees and surcharges, bank fees and credit card charges or any services not performed by a licensed veterinarian or under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

12. Parasitic treatments or prevention, including but not limited to roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, heartworms, ringworm, fleas, ticks and giardia.

13. Any loss or damage arising out of alleged faulty or substandard veterinary care of the insured pet, including any negligence or professional malpractice claims by the insured.

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14. Preventable diseases, if the pet has not been appropriately immunized by a veterinarian according to current AVMA guidelines, including, but not limited to, canine distemper, parvovirus, feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus.

15. Special diets, supplements, herbal therapies, vitamins, food, bathing and grooming, other routine care, maintenance, boarding and medical-related transportation expenses (other than as may be provided by endorsement).

16. Euthanasia for non-medical reasons, or destruction of a pet that was deemed “dangerous.”

17. Claims that occur from any accident, injury, illness or condition with respect to which the insured was advised by a veterinarian to take preventative measures, and did not meet the terms.

18. All deductibles and co-payments that are required to be paid as described in this policy.

19. Claims for teeth cleanings unless specifically covered under the BestWellness endorsement of the policy. Gingivitis and progressive periodontal disease caused by the accumulation of tartar is not a covered expense.

20. Breeding or conditions relating to breeding.

21. Any damages for injuries caused by Pet(s) that are allowed to roam free from the owner’s property.

22. Any damages caused by an unlawful or negligent act caused by or alleged to have been caused by you or your representative or a guardian of the Pet(s).

Termination Provisions Cancellation by You You may cancel this policy by mailing or electronically delivering to us by e-mail advance written

notice of your request for cancellation. Cancellation will be effective on the later of the date requested by you or the date we receive your request.

We may cancel all or part of this Policy when it has been in effect for 60 days or less by providing written notice of cancellation to you or the Pet Owner at least ten (10) days before the effective date of cancellation if we cancel for nonpayment of premiums, or thirty (30) days written notice if we cancel for any other reason. If this policy has been in effect for more than 60 days, we may only cancel this policy or part of this policy, for one or more of the following reasons:

1. The policy was obtained by fraud or material misrepresentation; 2. Violation or breach of any policy terms and conditions by the insured other than

nonpayment of premium; 3. Changes in risk which may measurably increase loss; 4. Loss of reinsurance coverage to the company for all or a substantial part of the underlying

risk; 5. Continuation of the policy would place the company in violation of state insurance laws. 6. Non-payment of premium

Cancellation by Us

If we cancel for one or more of the five (5) reasons enumerated above, written notice of cancellation will be mailed to the insured at least forty-five (45) days before the effective date of the cancellation, unless due to non-payment of premium in which case notice will be provided ten (10) days prior to cancellation. This coverage will continue to remain in effect up until the effective date of cancellation set forth in the notice. During the notice period, you or the Pet Owner will be required to continue making premium payments in accordance with the terms of this Policy.

Non-Renewal by Us If we elect not to renew this Policy, we will mail written notice of our intention not to renew at least forty-five (45) days prior to the expiration of the Policy. If notice is not mailed or delivered to you at least forty-five (45) days prior to the expiration of this Policy, this Policy will remain in effect for an additional forty-five (45) day period following the Policy expiration date on the same terms and at the same premium rates as the expiring policy.

All non-renewal notices will be sent to the insured by mail at last known address, unless state insurance laws allow us to send notice of non-renewal electronically in which case we will send notice to the insured by electronic mail.

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Reinstatement of Policy

If a policy is cancelled for non-payment of premiums, we may, at our option, reinstate the policy if we receive the full premium payment(s), together with a written request for reinstatement, within fifteen (15) days of the effective date of cancellation.

If either you or we cancel this policy, we will send you a refund of any unearned premium within thirty (30) days of the effective date of cancellation. The unearned premium will be calculated using a pro-rata factor developed from the difference between the number of days that the policy was in effect and the number of days remaining after the effective date of cancellation. No premiums shall be refunded for any mid-term cancellation during months in which a loss occurred or claims were submitted or paid.

If premium payments are made by credit card or bank debit card, any premium refund due and owing will be credited to the credit card or bank account. Premium payments made by check will be refunded and mailed directly to you.

Refund of Unearned Premiums Upon Cancellations

Any uncollected premiums owed us for coverage provided prior to the effective date of cancellation will be prorated and billed to you in accordance with the payment arrangement set forth on the Declarations page.

Claims Procedures

Pets Best Insurance Services LLC 2710 Sunrise Rim Road Ste. 100 Boise, ID 83705 Phone: 208-947-3896 Fax: 866-777-1434 Toll Free: 1-877-Pets-Best (738-7237) Email: [email protected]

Claims Contact and Submission Information

Website: www.petsbest.com

In the event of loss you must do the following:

1. Promptly report all claims; claims must be reported within 180 days of the incident date; 2. Take all necessary and reasonable steps to prevent further loss following a claim; 3. Make available the Pet(s) or other relevant items or information in your possession or

control for our inspection and examination; 4. Maintain records of expenses incurred for which the insured is liable and seek

reimbursement; 5. Authorize us to obtain any additional records or other information we deem necessary

directly from the veterinarian;

Your Duties in The Event of a Loss

6. Provide notice to us in writing and include all known facts relating to the claim; and submit the Pet to medical examinations or other evaluations that we deem necessary by the consultant(s) of our choice.

1. Payments for claims are subject to the terms of the Policy, any coverage limitations, deductibles and co-payments. We will make all claims payments directly to the insured, unless we receive a written notice from you requesting that such payment be made directly to the veterinary provider listed on the claim.

To Receive Eligible Benefits from the Insure

2. The insured must submit a claim form, completed and signed by the insured and the Veterinarian, and must include the original paid receipt or billing statement reflecting the charges for which the insured is liable and the nature of treatment (keep a copy of the receipt for your records). An electronic claim form from the attending Veterinarian that we approve may be submitted for direct payment.

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3. Upon our request, you must provide us with authorization to obtain all records for the treatment of the Pet and allow us to contact the attending Veterinarian directly in order for us to process the claim.

4. All claims must be submitted to us immediately and in no event later than 90 days after veterinary treatment has been provided. The failure to submit a claim under the Policy within this time period, which prejudices our right to seek an independent medical examination of the Pet or impedes our ability to obtain the Pet’s veterinary records or to otherwise process the claim, shall result in the denial of the claim.

1. The actual amount incurred for treatment to the Pet(s); or The Most We Will be Obligated To Pay for Insured Loss is the Lesser Of:

2. The applicable scheduled policy benefit or the usual and customary veterinary charges, fees or other related expenses for the local area, whichever is less.

When More Than One Limit Applies to the Same Incident

We will only pay up to the largest single applicable limit. In no event is stacking of any limits allowed regardless of the number of covered claims or other causes of loss or events that contribute concurrently or in sequence to the cause of loss, consequential loss or damage to the insured pet.

Fraud Warning Any person who knowingly, and with intent to injure, defraud or deceive any insurer, makes any claim for the proceeds of an insurance policy containing any false, incomplete or misleading information is guilty of a felony.

Dispute Between You and Us / Claims Appeal Process

The following describes the appeal process in the event you have a complaint or grievance regarding the denial of a claim or other action taken by us under this Policy. All requests for appeal must be submitted to us within sixty (60) days of the denial of your claim or other action giving rise to the complaint or grievance.

You may initiate an appeal through submission of a written request to the company. Written appeal requests should be mailed to Pets Best Insurance Services, Claim Dispute Department, 2710 Sunrise Rim Road Ste 100, Boise, Idaho 83705. The appeal shall set forth the reasons why you or the Pet Owner contend the denial of the claim was incorrect. Any written comments, documents or other relevant information may be submitted with the appeal.

First Level Appeal

After our receipt of the appeal, all facts, including those originally used in making the initial decision and any additional information that is sent or that is otherwise relevant, will be reviewed by one of our medical/claims representatives who was not involved in the initial decision. A written notice of the first level appeal decision will be sent within thirty (30) days of our receipt of the request for an appeal unless we request additional information or documentation, in which case, a decision will be sent within thirty (30) days of the date we receive the additional information/documentation. If the original decision is upheld, the written notice will state the specific reasons for denial and the specific policy provisions upon which the decision is based.

Second Level Appeal – External Review

If you disagree with the decision made in the first level appeal, you may request further appeal to the second level. – external review. You must first exhaust the first level appeal before submitting a request for second level external review. A request for second level – external review must be made in writing within thirty (30) days of the date of the issuance of our first level written appeal decision. An impartial veterinarian selected by us, who is independent and not controlled by us, will conduct the external review. The independent veterinarian will issue a determination within sixty (60) days of receipt of the request for external review.

Third Level Appeal – State Department of Insurance

If you disagree with the decision made in the second level appeal, you have the right to file a complaint with your State Department of Insurance. Please refer to your individual State’s department for details and applicable rules and laws.

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Optional Fourth Level Appeal – Binding Arbitration

Arbitration is available as the final level of appeal for a dispute you have with us. All other levels of this appeal process must be exhausted before arbitration is available. Choosing arbitration as the final level for the settlement of such disputes will be binding upon the parties, their heirs, successors and representatives. The arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The costs of arbitration, including reasonable filing fees and arbitrator fees, shall be shared equally by the parties. Other expenses of arbitration, including, but not limited to, attorneys fees and costs, will be borne by the party incurring those expenses. The parties agree that the arbitration decision will be binding and may be enforced in any court having jurisdiction thereof by filing a petition for enforcement of said decision. Any arbitration proceedings will be conducted in Southfield, Michigan unless your state’s insurance laws require otherwise.

Legal Remedies You must first exhaust the formal appeals process set forth herein before filing a lawsuit to resolve a dispute. The time to file such action shall be tolled while the formal appeals process is pending. The failure to exhaust the formal appeals process set forth herein may be a defense we can assert to any legal proceeding filed.

General Terms and Conditions

Policy Endorsements & Declarations Changes

You may request changes to the terms of this Policy at any time prior to the expiration date of the Policy. All policy changes are subject to our prior written consent and may only be made by amending the Declarations page or by issuing an endorsement to the Policy. All policy endorsements and riders are incorporated into and shall become a part of this Policy. Changes and amendments to this Policy will take effect on the date we specify in the Policy Declarations and schedules or endorsement, and will not relate back to the policy inception date.

If you opt to transfer the Pet(s) to a plan with higher benefits, the maximum benefit payable with respect to an illness, accident or injury category will be restricted to the maximum benefits payable under the policy that applied during the period in which such illness, accident or injury was first manifested, or reasonably should have been discovered, diagnosed, or treated. If the level of coverage is lowered, the lower maximum benefits shall apply.

Pre-existing limitations shall not apply to a Pet’s medical condition that existed, occurred or was diagnosed or treated prior to the plan upgrade or downgrade and after policy enrollment, provided that the Policy is continuously renewed and there is no interruption or lapse in coverage.

Plan Upgrades or Downgrades

All plan upgrades and downgrades shall be subject to the same waiting periods for illness coverage for new plans set forth in this Policy.

Premium Discounts The company may, from time to time at its option, offer premium discounts to insureds who meet certain underwriting criteria. These discounts may be altered, changed, modified, revised, discontinued or terminated at any time by the company at its discretion, upon thirty (30) days written notice to you.

Excessive Claims or Lack of Claims

Premiums may increase with excessive claims or decrease in the absence of claims.

Claims for Services Incurred Subsequent to the Policy Termination Date

Claims for veterinary services incurred or rendered subsequent to the termination of this policy are not covered, even if the claim is for a medical condition that commenced prior to the termination of this policy. However, conditions that are diagnosed but not treated prior to the policy termination date or conditions that are subject to ongoing treatment commenced prior to and continued after the policy termination date shall not be subject to policy limits for pre-existing conditions if the Policy is continuously renewed without interruption and no lapse in liability coverage occurs.

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Other Insurance This policy is excess over any other valid and collectible insurance, whether primary, excess, contingent or on any other basis. When this insurance is excess, we will only pay amounts (subject to policy limitations) in excess of other insurance. If no other insurance exists to cover claims, this policy will be considered primary and we will pay claims subject to the terms and conditions of the policy.

If you or the Pet Owner have other insurance that provides similar primary coverage or is also excess covering the same insured loss, our share is the pro rata proportion that the applicable scheduled limit, or sub-limit, under this policy bears to all other applicable excess or primary coverage, but we will not pay more than the applicable scheduled policy limit or sub-limit. It is the responsibility of the Insured to notify us in the event that other insurance is in force. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of policy and forfeiture of benefits.

Release of Information and Records

If requested, you agree that the current or previous attending or treating veterinarian(s) is/are allowed to release information or records to us regarding the Pet(s) in conjunction with enrollment application or the processing of a claim or the handling of a dispute. Any charge made by the veterinarian for such information shall be at your expense.

Integration The Policy, the policy Declarations and the endorsements represent the entire and integrated agreement between the insured and the insurer and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements either written or oral.

Liberalization If we adopt any revision that would broaden the liability coverage under this policy without additional premium within forty-five (45) days prior to or during the policy period, the broadened coverage will immediately apply to this policy.

Your rights and duties under this Policy cannot be transferred without our prior written consent, except in the case of your death. If you die, your rights and duties will be transferred to your legal representative, but only while acting within the course and scope of their duties as your legal representative. Until your legal representative is appointed. Anyone having temporary proper custody of the insured pet will have your rights and duties under the policy, but only with respect to the insured pet.

Non-Transferable Interest

We reserve the right to require new proof of insurability and apply new underwriting criteria and rates in the event the Pet Owner transfers the ownership of a Pet(s) to others who desire to maintain insurance coverage with us.

Premium Refund Conditions

If the Policy is cancelled within fourteen (14) days of its initial issuance and no claims have been submitted or paid, then the premiums shall be fully refundable. However, the first month’s premium is not refundable if any claim has been submitted or paid. If the Policy is cancelled more than fourteen (14) days after issuance, we will refund the policy premium on a pro-rata basis.

Reinstatement of Limits

Policy benefits, except for lifetime and maximum per incident per pet limits, are automatically reinstated annually if this Policy is renewed by the company for an additional policy term. The renewal policy may be subject to changes in rates, terms and conditions as set forth in our offer to renew. Upon renewal, lifetime and maximum per incident per pet limits are reduced by relevant payments made under prior policy terms.

Transfer of Rights of Recovery Against Others to the Insurer

If we make payment under this Policy and the insured has rights to recover damages from another, those rights are transferred to us to the extent of our payment. The insured must do everything necessary to secure these rights and must do nothing after loss to impair them.

Veterinary Records Processing Fees

Upon initial enrollment, we may contact the veterinarian and request the Pet(s) veterinary records to assist us in processing your application. We may, at our option, pay the veterinarian up to a $15.00 veterinary records processing fee for providing the veterinary records or completing a questionnaire concerning the Pet(s) health.

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Insured Referrals From time to time, at our option, we may advertise special promotions or offer the insured free gifts, including small cash rewards and incentives, for customer referrals if the person recommended to us purchases a policy.

Affinity and Corporate Group Members

If you belong to an employer or affinity group that receives coverage or rate discounts through one of our plans and you terminate your employment or affiliation with the affinity group, we will continue to offer you the same coverage and group rate discounts for a period of one year following your date of termination of employment or discontinuation of membership in the affinity group.

Fraud, Misrepresentation or Concealment

Any fraud, misrepresentation or concealment in relation to any matter affecting the insurance hereunder or in connection with the making of any claim hereunder shall render coverage provided under this Policy null and void, and all claims there under shall be forfeited and not paid.

Governing Law This manuscript Policy is deemed negotiated and entered into in the State of Michigan and the Policy, and any rights, remedies, or obligations provided for in this Policy, shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of Michigan. You represent that you have purposefully directed your actions to procure insurance services from us contained in this Policy and have and will make continuous and systematic requests for our services on your behalf, and acknowledge that our principal place of business is Michigan. You acknowledge that by entering into this Policy, you are deemed to be transacting business within the State of Idaho, and you consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Michigan to hear and decide claims or disputes arising between the parties related to coverage issues and any payments due under the Policy.

Definitions

Accident Means an unforeseen, unexpected event(s) that result in physical injury to the pet. The accident and treatment must occur during the policy term. For accidental injury only coverage plans, coverage is limited to those injuries specifically listed under the “covered accidental injuries” section of this policy.

Alternative or Holistic Treatment

Refers to treatment protocols that are covered outside of traditional medicine. Covered treatments include Massage, Hydrotherapy, Chiropractic Adjustment, Acupuncture and equipment purchase or rental associated with any of the above. Any other treatment protocols, including but not limited to Aroma Therapy and Herbal Treatments, are not covered under any policy.

Behavioral Conditions

Are those maladies of a pet’s behavior that are primarily due to or the result of a medical condition.

Benefit Refers to the insurer’s obligation to settle any claim or suit up to eighty percent (80%) of the usual and customary veterinary charges for a covered claim after application of deductibles.

Claim Means a request to pay damages for bodily injury or property damage for which an Insured or Pet Owner becomes legally liable due to offense or incident caused by or occurring to pet(s) for which this insurance policy applies.

Chronic Condition A condition that is likely to reappear, and is not likely to be cured or may go on for some time.

Congenital Condition or Disorder

A condition or disorder that is present at birth that can be recognized at birth, or many years later. Congenital disorders can be a result of genetic abnormalities, the intrauterine environment, or unknown factors. All congenital disorders are considered pre-existing and are subject to special policy sub-limits.

Covered Losses Refers to an eligible accident, illness or Wellness benefit occurring during the policy term and subject to specified policy limits, deductibles and co-payments.

Deductible The retained limit, if any, as stated in the policy, if the incident or offense is covered by this policy.

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Exclusion Refers to uninsured losses for which the insurer is not liable and no claims will be paid.

Fraud, Concealment or Misrepresentation

Refers to any person who, with intent to defraud, or knowing that he or she is facilitating a fraud against an insurer, submits a policy application or files a claim containing a materially false or deceptive statement or intentionally omits or conceals information material to the insurer’s assumption of risk in issuing a policy or paying a claim.

Refers to a condition, defect or disease, which was transmitted to the pet genetically from its parent(s). The condition, defect or disease may or may not be manifested until late in life if at all. The hereditary conditions listed below are subject to special policy sub-limits:

All breeds:

1. Factor i, ii, vii, viii, ix, x, xi and xii deficiencies. 2. Von Willebrand disease. 3. Hip Dysplasia. 4. Elbow Dysplasia. 5. Osteochondritis Dissecans. 6. Legg-Calve-Perthes disease. 7. Cataracts in pets less than six years old – not including secondary to traumatic injury or

diabetes mellitus. 8. Progressive retinal atrophy.

Breed specific:

1. Corneal Dystrophy – Airedale, Cocker Spaniel, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Miniature Poodle, Samoyed, Shetland Sheepdog, And Siberian Husky.

2. Urate Urolithiasis – Dalmatian. 3. Cystine Urolithiasis – Newfoundland, Irish Terrier, Scottish Terrier, Australian Shepherd,

Basenji, Bichon Frise, Bull-Mastiff, Chihuahua, Dachshund, English Bulldog, Mastiff, Miniature Pinscher, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Pitbull Terrier, Scottish Deerhound, Silky Terrier, And Staffordshire Terrier.

4. Xanthine Urolithiasis – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 5. Glaucoma – Beagle, Siberian Husky, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 6. Copper Hepatopathy – Bedlington Terrier.

Hereditary Conditions

7. Epilepsy – Beagle, Belgian Tervuren, Dachshund, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Keeshond, and Labrador Retriever.

Illegal or Wrongful Acts

Refers to any loss or consequential damage, whether foreseen or unforeseen, intended or unintended, arising out of or related to, any illegal, criminal or wrongful act(s) committed by the insured(s), members of the insured(s) household, or the insured(s) representative(s) at the insured(s) direction or with the insured(s) knowledge and consent with respect to an insured pet.

Illness Refers to sickness or disease of the insured pet during the policy term. Illness coverage begins fourteen (14) days after the policy effective date.

Incident Refers to a specifically identifiable accidental injury or illness. Recurring and/or chronic conditions shall be considered as one incident.

Insured Refers to the insured(s) shown on Declarations Page

Insurer Refers to the licensed insurance carrier or its designee shown in the Declarations Page.

Nuclear and Radiation Risk

Means injury or illness arising out of radioactive contamination, radiation, toxicity, heat or fire resulting from nuclear material; nuclear waste, spent fuel; containment structures; explosions or discharge of radiation from any device employing atomic fission, fusion, or any other nuclear reaction; solar storm; whether from the source or as a by-product of the source.

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Payment Refers to the dollars paid by the insured for coverage, which may be paid in monthly, ninety-day, one-hundred eighty day or annual, increments by automatic debit to the insured’s credit card or bank card or by check (except monthly). For the initial policy, the insured is required to pay the first payment in advance at the time the policy is issued. We only accept payment by check if you are paying ninety-day, one-hundred eighty day or annual premium.

Per Pet Incident Benefit

Refers to the maximum amount we will pay for a single incident to your pet regardless of whether treatment or services extend into subsequent policy periods. A single incident may have multiple conditions, injuries or symptoms. Per incident occurrences may be subject to lower benefit limits if specified by condition.

Per Pet Lifetime Benefit

Refers to the maximum amount we will pay during the lifetime of the pet for any and all incidents, conditions, injuries or symptoms.

Pet Refers to the insured pet(s) listed on the declarations page.

Pet Owner Refers to the owner of the Pet(s) identified in the Declarations or any Schedule or Endorsement attached to and made a part of this Policy.

Pre-Existing Condition(S)

Refers to a condition, injury or illness of the insured’s pet that was present, contracted or which first manifested itself, or for which a veterinarian may or may not have been consulted, or for which treatment or medication was prescribed, prior to the effective date of the insured’s pet’s coverage under this policy.

Refers to a condition related to or arising from pregnancy. Pregnancy related conditions are subject to special policy sub limits.

Pregnancy related conditions for the following breeds of pets are excluded:

Dog Breeds: Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Chihuahua, Pug, Dachshund, Lhasa Apso, Maltese, Pekingese, Pomeranian, Schipperke, Shih-Tzu, Silky Terrier, Tea Cup Poodle, West Highland Terrier, And Yorkshire Terrier.

Pregnancy Related Conditions

Cat Breeds: Himalayan and Persian.

Renewal Refers to the offer and acceptance by the company and insured of continuation of insurance coverage after the initial policy term and subject to policy coverage, limits and terms and conditions imposed by the company.

Term Refers to a three-hundred and sixty-five (365) day period starting at 12:01 a.m. on the policy effective date as shown on the policy declarations page and ending at 12:01 a.m. on the 366th day following the effective date of the policy.

Usual and Customary Charges

Refers to the typical fees charged by veterinarians for a particular treatment, service or product in the general geographic area where the pet received treatment.

Wellness Benefits Refers to preventative vaccines, annual exams, teeth cleaning, spay/neuter and routine diagnostic tests listed in the benefits schedule. All Wellness benefits are subject to the coverage limits identified in the benefits schedule. Pets shall not be eligible for Wellness benefits until after a fourteen (14) day waiting period following the issuance of the policy.

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Claim Form

Pets Best Insurance 2710 Sunrise Rim Rd., Ste. 100 Boise, ID 83705 Toll Free: 1.877.PetsBest (738.7237) Fax: 866.777.1434 Email: [email protected] *Claim form revised 01/2008. Please discard all previous forms*

Policyholder Information (all fields required to process this claim) How to submit form:

Policy Number:

Owner’s Name:

Pet Name: (one claim form per pet)

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone Number: E-mail:

Veterinarian Declaration (all fields required to process this claim)

Diagnosis:

History:

Need a new form? Provide dates and details leading up to injury or illness of this pet.

Has this pet ever been seen, treated or diagnosed for this (or similar) injury or illness before? Yes NoHow long has this pet been with this hospital? 6 months 1 year 2 years or more

Download new form at: www.petsbest.com/

claimform

To the best of my knowledge, the information on this form is accurate. (unsigned forms will not be processed) Any Questions? X

Veterinarian or authorized representative signature Date

Call toll-free 1-877-PetsBest (738-7237)

Print Name Hospital Name How to file a claim:

Policyholder Declaration (unsigned forms will not be processed)

Your signature on this claim form certifies that, to the best of your knowledge, the statements you provide are true and correct. It is understood by the policyholder that the charges submitted may not be covered or may exceed your plan limits and that you are financially responsible to your veterinarian for all services rendered. It is understood that this claim can not be processed without itemized paid receipts and that you authorize claims representatives to obtain and review a copy of all medical records prior to treatment date. It is understood that any deliberate misrepresentation of the enrolled pet’s condition or the omission of any material facts may result in the denial of claims and/or the cancellation of your policy. Fax, mail, or scan and e-mail all paid itemized invoices and keep a copy for your records. Invoice should list treating veterinarian’s name and contact information.

Would you like reimbursement sent directly to the veterinary clinic on this form? Yes No

1. Complete the checklist on the second page

2. Pay for the visit at the

time of service. 3. Fill out a claim form

being sure to complete all 3 sections.

4. Send in the claim form

along with a copy of the paid itemized invoice. Amount Claiming: $ Date of Service:

X

Please refer to your policy for submission time limits.

Policyholder Signature Date

**Please complete the checklist on page 2 before submitting this claim**

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Claim Form Completion Check List

CLAIM FORMS MISSING ANY REQUIRED INFORMATION WILL NOT BE PROCESSED

Bring your Claim Form into the Veterinarian’s office at the time of your visit.

Pay for all services rendered.

Include a paid itemized invoice (with proof of payment) of all services and procedures claiming.

Complete the Policyholder Information section including pet name. (One pet per claim

form)

Have your Veterinarian complete and sign the Veterinarian Declaration section. The diagnosis is the condition or illness the pet was seen for, and the history is how long you have noticed the symptoms leading up to the injury or illness. You must have your veterinarian sign this section. (Unsigned forms will not be processed)

Complete and sign the Policyholder Declaration section. This section also includes the

Amount Claimed and Date of Service. (Unsigned forms will not be processed)

Place your Policy Number on all pages submitted.

How to Submit Your Claim Form

FAX: 1-866-777-1434

MAIL: Pets Best Insurance

2710 Sunrise Rim Rd. Boise, ID 83705

EMAIL: [email protected]

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