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Does pet insurance cover diagnostic tests?

Bloodwork, X-rays, ultrasounds, and other diagnostics are covered when ordered to investigate a covered accident or illness.

Usually covered. Bloodwork, X-rays, ultrasounds, and other diagnostics are covered when ordered to investigate a covered accident or illness.

Diagnostics tied to a covered condition — the tests that figure out what is wrong — are reimbursed at your plan rate after the deductible.

Tests done purely as routine screening (part of an annual wellness visit) are considered preventive care and usually need a wellness add-on.

For a serious illness, diagnostics alone can run into four figures, so this is meaningful coverage.

What to do

Diagnostics add up fast in a real illness. The reimbursement calculator shows your share of any bill.

Try next: Is pet insurance worth it? · Reimbursement calculator · Vet cost estimator

General information based on standard North American pet insurance practice. Coverage varies by insurer and policy — always read your documents. Not financial or veterinary advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Bloodwork, X-rays, ultrasounds, and other diagnostics are covered when ordered to investigate a covered accident or illness.

Yes. Pet insurance never covers pre-existing conditions, so enrolling while your pet is young and healthy is when coverage is broadest and cheapest.

After your deductible, the insurer reimburses your plan percentage (commonly 70%, 80%, or 90%) up to your annual limit. Use the reimbursement calculator to see the exact figure for any bill.