Fair Value Measurements (Details) - Additional Information	Dec. 31, 2021	Dec. 31, 2020
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%

Percentage of fixed maturities for which a pricing service was used in determining fair value.

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