Pet Insurance
Whitfield County Schools offers a pet insurance benefit through Nationwide. Employees enroll in pet insurance directly through Nationwide, but the premiums are conveniently deducted through payroll. My Pet Protection plan through Nationwide, offers you unmatched flexibility and peace of mind for your furry, feathered, or scaled companions.
With My Pet Protection, you have the freedom to use any veterinarian anywhere, at any time, with no need for pre-approvals or restrictive networks. Plans are not limited to dogs and cats; they extend to birds and exotic pets as well. The benefit has a low $250 annual deductible and a generous $7,500 annual maximum benefit, which renews in full each year. Prescription medications for your pets are covered, ensuring they receive the necessary treatments without financial worry.
Choose Your Coverage Level:
You can choose between two reimbursement levels: 50% or 70% of your vet's invoice, ensuring that your out-of-pocket expenses are manageable.
Enjoy cashback benefits for a wide range of situations, including accidents, illnesses, hereditary conditions, and more. Whether it's a minor scrape or a major medical issue, My Pet Protection has your pet covered.
- 50% reimbursement = $20-$35 a month
- 70% reimbursement = $27-$47 a month
- Low $250 annual deductible
- $7,500 annual maximum benefit, which renews each year in full
Coverage Includes:
- Accidents and injuries
- Common illnesses (upset stomach, allergies, etc.)
- Serious illnesses (cancer, diabetes, etc.)
- Surgeries and hospitalizations
- Diagnostic tests (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans)
- Prescription medications, chemotherapy, and therapeutic diets
- Pet Rx Express for prescription medications
- Free, 24/7 access to VetHelpline for guidance on any pet health concern
- Lost Pet (due to theft) benefit
- Death of a pet benefit: $1,000
- Optional preventive wellness coverage: includes exam coverage and $500/year for flea, tick, and heartworm prevention medications after deductible and coinsurance
- Multi-pet discounts available
- 2-3 pets: 5% discount
- 4+ pets: 10% discount
What's Not Covered?
- Boarding
- Grooming
- Wellness
- Pre-existing conditions
How to Enroll?
The first question many pet parents ask is, “How do I sign up for my pet insurance benefit?” There are two easy ways for employees to enroll in a Nationwide pet insurance policy:
- Visit https://benefits.petinsurance.com/wcsga.
- Call (877) 738-7874 and mention that you are an employee of Whitfield County Schools.
Final cost varies according to plan, species, and zip code.
Additional Information
For more information on Whitfield County Schools Pet Insurance plans, please visit: https://www.petinsurance.com/resourcecenter/
