Related Party (Reinsurance With Affiliates Pruco Re) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012
Ceded Rider Fees [Line Items]
Total Fees Ceded to Prudential Insurance	$ 327,000	$ 386,000
Total Fees Ceded	$ 69,000,000	$ 67,000,000