August 4, 2026 – Hamilton, NJ – Berkley Life and Health Insurance Company, a Berkley Company, has been named to the 2026 Ward’s 50® list of top-performing life/health insurers. The Ward Group analyzed nearly 700 life/health insurers and selected the top 50 based on outstanding financial safety, consistency, and performance over a five-year period.

This recognition comes during a milestone year for Berkley Accident and Health, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary of delivering innovative accident and health insurance solutions and exceptional service to brokers, employers, and members nationwide.

“We are excited that Berkley Life and Health has been recognized by Ward’s 50 for the 19th year,” said Brad Nieland, President and CEO of Berkley Accident and Health. “This achievement parallels the disciplined underwriting, strong risk management, and financial strength that have been the foundation of our success. As Berkley Accident and Health celebrates its 20th anniversary, this recognition is especially meaningful because it highlights the consistency and commitment that have defined our organization since our founding. We are grateful to our employees, brokers and customers who have contributed to two decades of growth and excellence.”

Berkley Life and Health Insurance Company is the issuing carrier for Berkley Accident and Health, a leading provider of Specialty Accident, Employer Stop Loss, Group Captive, and Managed Care solutions. The company’s continued inclusion on the Ward’s 50 list underscores its dedication to financial stability, operational excellence, and delivering value to our customers and distribution network.

Ward’s 50 top performers pass all safety and consistency screens and exhibit:

• More favorable returns of average equity
• Greater growth in net premiums
• Greater growth in policyholder surplus
• Lower expenses relative to net premiums

The full Ward’s 50 list is available here: WardInc.com

About Berkley Accident and Health

Berkley Accident and Health is a member of W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 company. Berkley Accident and Health provides an innovative portfolio of accident and health insurance products. It offers four categories of products: Employer Stop Loss, Group Captives, Managed Care (including HMO Reinsurance and Provider Excess), and Specialty Accident. Coverages are underwritten by Berkley Life and Health Insurance Company and/or StarNet Insurance Company, both rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best. For more information, please visit www.BerkleyAH.com.

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