Fair Value Measurements - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2020 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Decrease in other expenses due to one percent increase in discount rate	$ 0.2
Increase in other expenses due to one percent decrease in discount rate	$ 0.2

Sensitivity Analysis Of Fair Value, Contingent Consideration, Impact Of One Percent Decrease In Discount Rate On Other Expenses

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