Does pet insurance cover cancer treatments?

Yes, many pet insurance policies often cover cancer treatments. This can include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgeries, medications, and other treatments associated with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in pets.

The average cost of treatment for cancer in dogs is around $4,500 and around $4,000 for cats. If your pet needs chemotherapy, the cost per dose can range from $150 to $600. Treatment can last for a few months to a year or more depending on your pet’s condition. The overall cost of treating pet cancer can range from $10,000 – $30,000.

Without insurance you can expect to pay around $15,000 for treatment but with insurance, you can expect to pay $3,400 with an 80% reimbursement rate.

Example Cost For Cancer Treatment With Insurance

Total Vet Bill $15,000	You Pay This At Time Of Service Need help with up front expenses? Check out Vet Spend
Insurance Coverage -$11,600	Insurance Reimbursement (Here’s The Math) Total Vet Bill: $15,000 Your Deductible: – $500 Eligible For Reimbursement: = $14,500 Reimbursement Rate: x 80% = $11,600
Your Final Cost $3,400	You Saved 77% With Insurance!