Fair Value Measurements - Contingent Acquisition Consideration (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Contingent consideration/Redeemable non-controlling interest	$ 87	$ 51
Additions	27
Payments	(3)
Fair value adjustments	12
Included in Accrued Liabilities
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Contingent consideration/Redeemable non-controlling interest	37	3
Included in Other Long-Term Liabilities
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Contingent consideration/Redeemable non-controlling interest	$ 50	$ 48

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