Related Party (Reinsurance With Affiliates Pruco Re Cont) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Pruco Re Realized Gains Losses	$ 528	$ (6)	$ (686)	$ (125)

Realized Gains/Losses related to embedded derivatives associated with the Pruco Re reinsurance company.

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