Fair Value Measurements (Details) - Additional Information - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Percent of fixed maturities for which a pricing service estimates fair value	99.00%	99.00%
Percent change in monthly price at which securities are further evaluated	10.00%
Estimated fair value of put/call option	$ 5	$ 8

The estimated fair value of a put/call option that was entered into in connection with a business acquisition that allows the Company to acquire the remaining shares of the acquired company at a future date.

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