Not sure exactly what you mean rated but so I will focus on the Financial side of it. American Equity Life Insurance company is rated A- through AM Best. This is an excellent rating.
http://life.american-equity.com/
This website is a resource to go to regarding American Equity, their rating and the products they have in there portfolio. This company is very strong with their Annuity portfolio.
American Equity is a very good life insurance and annuity company. They have an A- rating with AM Best; a BBB+ with Standards and Poor's; and a BBB+ rating with Fitch. I have personally placed business with them and have found them to be a very good and strong company with a very good customer service department. I do not believe you would have any worries with American Equity Life Insurance company.
http://life.american-equity.com/
This website is a resource to go to regarding American Equity, their rating and the products they have in there portfolio. This company is very strong with their Annuity portfolio.