Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014 operating_lease branch_office
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Number of offices	9
Number of operating leases	16
Branch closure obligation	$ 0.2
Employment agreements, contract term	1 year
Hooper Holmes Services [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Non-cash charge for remaining operating lease payments	$ 0.6