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OLDWICK, N.J. - OCTOBER 08, 2004 12:00 AM (EDT)
A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) of Delta Dental Plan of New Jersey, Inc. (DDPNJ) (Parsippany, NJ).
The rating of DDPNJ reflects its very good risk-based capital, increasing enrollment and favorable earnings trends. Offsetting these strengths is DDPNJ's geographic concentration of business in a single state and a highly competitive market in both insured and Administrative Service Only (ASO) lines of business.
This rating is based on public information and incorporates a review of balance sheet strength, operating performance and business profile.
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