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REINSURANCE (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2015
Insurance [Abstract]  
Balance and Financial Rating Related to Reinsurers
We evaluate the financial condition of these reinsurers on a regular basis. These reinsurers are well-known and well-established, as evidenced by the strong financial ratings at December 31, 2015 presented below:
Reinsurer
 
Total
Recoverable
 
A.M. Best Rating
at December 31, 2015
 
 
(in millions)
 
 
Protective Life Insurance Company
 
$
184

 
A+ (superior)
Munich American Reassurance Company
 
155

 
A+ (superior
Employers Reassurance Corporation
 
91

 
A- (excellent)
General Re Life Corporation
 
90

 
A++ (superior)
All others
 
148

 
A+ to B++ (superior to good)
 
 
$
668