Reporting and Filing a Death Claim

At American Equity, we understand the hardship of losing a loved one. One of the most important aspects of our work is to extend a helping hand to the friends and family members of contract owners who have passed. Please see instructions below to report a death online or file a death claim with a representative.

Please be prepared to provide the following information:

• Full Name of the Deceased

• Annuity Contract Number(s) or Deceased Policyholder’s Social Security number

• Date of Death
  
  
• Complete Beneficiary Claim Form: Find Forms Here

Death claims can be filed by contacting a representative at the phone number below:

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CST)

Contact Information:

Phone: (877) 542-8847
Fax: (515) 457-1837

Mailing Address:

AMERICAN EQUITY
ATTN: ANNUITY CLAIMS
P.O. BOX 71216
DES MOINES, IA 50325
Email: claims@american-equity.com