Commitments and Contingencies Rental Expense (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010	Dec. 31, 2009
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items]
Rental expense	$ 18,513	$ 15,530	$ 15,882

Rental expense incurred for leased assets including furniture and equipment which has not been recognized in costs and expenses applicable to sales and revenues; for example, cost of goods sold or other operating costs and expenses.

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