Pet Insurance
Administered by Nationwide®
Pet insurance, underwritten by Nationwide®, brings you health insurance coverage for your pets. A Nationwide policy helps pay for your pet's treatments, surgeries, lab fees, X-rays and much more. You'll have peace of mind knowing you can care for your pet no matter the cost.
- Get back up to 70 percent of the vet bill.
- Use your choice of veterinarians worldwide, including specialists and emergency providers. No pre-approval is necessary.
- Access to the Vet Helpline. Unlimited, 24/7 access to a veterinary professional.
- New VitusVet app to submit claims using your smartphone.
- Savings: Receive discounts when enrolling multiple pets.
- Extra features such as emergency boarding, lost pet advertising and more.
- Frequently Asked Questions
Available Policies
Nationwide offers two plan design choices for dogs and cats: My Pet Protection Plan
Coverage includes
- Accidents, including poisonings and allergic reactions
- Injuries, including cuts, sprains and broken bones
- Common illnesses, including ear infections, vomiting and diarrhea
- Serious/chronic illnesses, including cancer and diabetes
- Hereditary and congenital conditions
- Surgeries and hospitalization
- X-rays, MRIs and CT scans
- Prescription medications and therapeutic diets
No coverage for pre-existing conditions and other exclusions may apply.
To learn more about these plans and to compare plan highlights, visit the Nationwide website.
Get a quote and enroll
Quotes are available by calling 877-PETS-VPI (877-738-7874). Be sure to mention that you’re a Purdue University employee or visit online at www.petinsurance.com/purdue.
Submitting a claim
- Step 1: Download a Nationwide claim form.
- Step 2: After you have paid your veterinarian, fill in the claim form with your pet’s diagnosis and the invoice totals.
- Step 3: Submit your claim form and your paid invoices to Nationwide:
- Mail: Nationwide Claims Department, P.O. Box 2344, Brea, CA 92822
- Fax: 714-989-5600
- Submit claims through your smart phone with the VitusVet app.
- Email: submitmyclaim@petinsurance.com
Contact Information
Web/email | Phone | Mailing Address |
Online contact form | 800-540-2016 Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. ET Saturday: 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. ET |
P.O. Box 2344 Brea, CA 92822-2344 |
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