Commitments and Contingencies (Service Provider Contracts) (Details) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2015 USD ($)
Commitments And Contingencies Service Provider Contracts Details
Remaining 2016	$ 1,448
2017	2,452
2018	891
Total minimum payments	$ 4,791

The amount of service provider expense expected to be recognized during year three of the five succeeding fiscal years.

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Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant