Cost of Care, Access to Care, and Payment Options in Veterinary Practice

Abstract

Accessing veterinary care is increasingly challenging for US pet families. Although there are many contributing factors, the cost of care presents the greatest challenge. This article explores the ways in which payment options, a spectrum of care approach, and the stratification of care might improve access to care.

Keywords: Access to care; Cost of care; DEI; Diversification; Inflation; Innovation; Spectrum of care; Stratification.