A.M. Best Introduces Online Directory of Third-Party Administrators.

OLDWICK, N.J. -- A.M. Best Co. has introduced Best's Directory of Third-Party Administrators. Users may access this new online reference on a complimentary basis to locate third-party administrators experienced in working with the insurance industry. The Directory can be accessed at www.ambest.com/directories.

Best's Directory of Third-Party Administrators offers both General listings, with basic company information, and Full listings, which include details on a company's qualifications, biographical information, descriptions of expertise, expanded contact information and more.

A.M. Best is offering an introductory opportunity for third-party administrators to have a Full listing in the Directory at no charge for six months if applied for by December 31, 2009.

For more information about Best's Directory of Third-Party Administrators, visit www.ambest.com/sales/tpadirectory.

For listing information, call Directories at [phone], ext. 5673 or visit www.ambest.com/directories/signup.

Founded in 1899, A.M. Best Company is a global full-service credit rating organization dedicated to serving the financial and health care service industries, including insurance companies, banks, hospitals and health care system providers. For more information, visit www.ambest.com.