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Uelzener Hunde-Krankenversicherung: the policy wording in full
Uelzener Hunde-Krankenversicherung laut Informationsblatt: Heilbehandlung und Operationen unabhängig vom GOT-Satz, wählbare Jahreshöchstleistung, unbegrenzte Vor- und Nachsorge bei Operationen.
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What the policy covers: 78 points, each with its clause
Basics
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan type: surgery only or full health cover (surgery and outpatient treatment) | yes | „Wir bieten Ihnen eine Krankenversicherung für Ihren Hund an.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Species insured (dog, cat) and link to one identified animal | yes | „Ihres versicherten Hundes.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Annual maximum for all treatment combined | yes, up to the sum insured | „der Erstattungshöhe (unbegrenzt, 6.000 € oder 3.000 €) sowie bei der Selbstbeteiligung jeweils pro Versicherungsjahr.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Maximum per treatment case or per surgery | not addressed | ||
| Reduced limits in the first policy years (staggered limits) | not addressed | ||
| Reimbursement up to which multiple of the German veterinary fee scale (GOT): 1x, 2x, 3x or 4x | yes | „Ihre Tierarztkosten unabhängig vom Satz der Gebührenordnung für Tierärzte (GOT).“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Reimbursement rate as a percentage of the invoice (for example 80 or 100 per cent) | not addressed | ||
| Percentage excess (per invoice, per case or per year) | not addressed | ||
| Fixed excess in euros (per case or per year) | yes, up to the sum insured | „sowie bei der Selbstbeteiligung jeweils pro Versicherungsjahr.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Higher excess or lower reimbursement from a certain age of the animal | not addressed | ||
| Free choice of vet, specialist and animal hospital | yes | „der Tierklinik.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Direct settlement between insurer and vet or clinic | not addressed |
Waiting periods and acceptance
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| General waiting period for illness | not addressed | ||
| Waiting period for surgery | not addressed | ||
| Waiting period for accidents | not addressed | ||
| Special waiting periods for certain conditions (for example hip and elbow dysplasia, cruciate ligament, teeth, tumours) | yes | „1-jähriger Wartezeit“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Waiver of waiting periods when switching from another insurer | not addressed | ||
| Minimum age of the animal at inception (for example from 8 weeks) | not addressed | ||
| Maximum age of the animal at inception | not addressed | ||
| Cover for older animals (taking out cover at senior age, continuation without an age limit) | not addressed | ||
| End of cover or reduced benefits from a maximum age | not addressed | ||
| Health questions or veterinary certificate on application | yes | „Sie müssen unsere Fragen in der Angebotsanfrage vollständig und wahrheitsgemäß beantworten.“ | Informationsblatt, page 2 |
| Identification requirement (microchip or tattoo) and registration | yes | „Die Kennzeichnung Ihres versicherten Hundes durch einen Identifikationschip.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Exclusion or surcharge for certain breeds (listed dogs, short-nosed breeds, large breeds, cross-breeds) | not addressed | ||
| Cats: indoor versus outdoor cat (premium, exclusions, accident cover) | not addressed |
Pre-existing and specific conditions
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cover for pre-existing conditions and symptoms known at inception | no | „Abschluss der Versicherung bekannt sind oder“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Cover for former conditions after a symptom-free period (for example 24 months) | not addressed | ||
| Hereditary diseases | not addressed | ||
| Congenital diseases and malformations | not addressed | ||
| Hip and elbow dysplasia | not addressed | ||
| Cruciate ligament rupture and surgery | not addressed | ||
| Patellar luxation | not addressed | ||
| Brachycephalic syndrome in short-nosed breeds (airway surgery) | not addressed | ||
| Chronic conditions (for example diabetes, allergies, epilepsy) across several policy years | not addressed | ||
| Cancer treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) | not addressed | ||
| Behavioural therapy on veterinary referral | not addressed |
Surgery and hospital
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery costs under anaesthesia (procedure, anaesthesia, materials) | yes, up to the sum insured | „Lokalanästhesie infolge Unfalls oder Krankheit inkl. Arzneimittel, bildgebende Verfahren und Verbandsmaterial;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Examination and diagnostics before surgery (how many days before) | yes, up to the sum insured | „zeitlich unbegrenzte Vor- und Nachsorgebehandlungen bei Operationen;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Aftercare after surgery (number of days) | yes, up to the sum insured | „zeitlich unbegrenzte Vor- und Nachsorgebehandlungen bei Operationen;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Medication and dressings after surgery | not addressed | ||
| Inpatient stay at the animal hospital | yes, up to the sum insured | „Unterbringungsaufwendungen bei Klinikaufenthalten;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Neutering or spaying for medical reasons | not addressed | ||
| Elective neutering or spaying (contribution) | not addressed | ||
| Caesarean section and obstetrics | not addressed | ||
| Gastric torsion and foreign body surgery | not addressed |
Outpatient treatment
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outpatient treatment without surgery (examination, treatment) | yes, up to the sum insured | „Veterinärmedizinisch notwendige ambulante oder stationäre Heilbehandlungen und Operationen inkl.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Medication and dressings outside surgery | yes, up to the sum insured | „inkl. Arzneimittel, bildgebende Verfahren und Verbandsmaterial;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Laboratory tests, X-ray and ultrasound | yes, up to the sum insured | „bildgebende Verfahren und Verbandsmaterial;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) | not addressed | ||
| Physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and rehabilitation | yes, up to EUR 750 | „Höchstbetrag von 750 € pro Versicherungsjahr.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Alternative medicine (homeopathy, acupuncture, osteopathy, animal naturopaths) | yes, up to the sum insured | „alternative Heilbehandlungen wie Physiotherapie, Homöopathie, Osteopathie, Lasertherapie oder Akupunktur sind bis zu 42 Kalendertage nach einer versicherten Operation versichert.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Prescription diet food | yes, up to the sum insured | „Ergänzungsfutter, Diätfutter und Vitaminpräparate, die infolge einer versicherten Heilbehandlung oder Operation stationär verabreicht werden;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Aids and devices (cones, bandages, orthoses, wheelchairs) | not addressed |
Teeth
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental treatment (tartar, filling, extraction) | not addressed | ||
| Dental surgery under anaesthesia, including after an accident | not addressed | ||
| Professional dental cleaning as prevention | no | „prophylaktische Zahnreinigung, -politur oder Zahnsteinentfernung;“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
Prevention
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual prevention allowance (for vaccination, worming, health check) | yes, up to EUR 500 | „beträgt 500 € pro Versicherungsjahr mit einer festen Selbstbeteiligung in Höhe von 25 % pro Rechnung.“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
| Vaccinations | not addressed | ||
| Worming and parasite control (fleas, ticks) | not addressed | ||
| Annual health check | not addressed |
Emergency, travel and boarding
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-hours emergency fee and surcharges | not addressed | ||
| Reimbursement for out-of-hours treatment up to 4x the GOT fee scale | not addressed | ||
| Cover abroad (duration, Europe or worldwide) | yes | „Weltweit maximal 12 Monate“ | Informationsblatt, page 2 |
| Trip cancellation or curtailment due to the animal's illness | not addressed | ||
| Boarding kennel or cattery fees if the owner is hospitalised | not addressed | ||
| Search for a lost pet (advertising, reward) | not addressed | ||
| Theft or loss of the animal (purchase price or lump sum) | not addressed |
End of life
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euthanasia on veterinary advice | not addressed | ||
| Disposal of the body, cremation or burial | not addressed | ||
| Benefit on death by accident or illness (purchase price or lump sum) | yes, up to EUR 1,500 | „Die Erstattung aus dem Sterbegeld-Baustein ist nach Eintritt des Versicherungsfalles im ersten Versicherungsjahr auf 500 €,“ | Informationsblatt, page 1 |
Contract and obligations
| Point | Rule | Wording (German) | Clause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet owner's liability included | not addressed | ||
| Insurer's right to cancel after a claim | yes | „Nach dem Eintritt eines Versicherungsfalls können sowohl Sie als auch wir den Vertrag kündigen.“ | Informationsblatt, page 2 |
| Premium increase by age band of the animal | not addressed | ||
| Premium adjustment when treatment costs rise (for example a new fee scale) | yes | „Nehmen wir eine Beitragsanpassung vor, ohne dass sich der Versicherungsschutz verändert,“ | Informationsblatt, page 2 |
| Premium refund if no claims are made | not addressed | ||
| Contract term and notice periods | yes | „Ist eine Laufzeit von 1 oder 3 Jahren vereinbart, besteht der Vertrag fort, wenn er nicht zum Ablauf der vereinbarten Vertragslaufzeit gekündigt wird.“ | Informationsblatt, page 2 |
| Deadline for submitting invoices | not addressed | ||
| Duty to keep vaccinations up to date, otherwise reduction or exclusion | not addressed |
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Policy wordings and provider
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- Uelzener Allgemeine Versicherungs-Gesellschaft a.G.
- Distribution
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- Uelzener Hunde-Krankenversicherung, Informationsblatt zu Versicherungsprodukten Edition: Informationsblatt DOC-1195 12/25 Original from the insurer (PDF, German)
Full text of the wording
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