Related Party (Reinsurance With Affiliates Pruco Re) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Ceded Rider Fees [Line Items]
Total Fees Ceded to Pruco Reinsurance	$ 69,000,000	$ 67,000,000	$ 138,000,000	$ 136,000,000
Total Fees Ceded to Prudential Insurance	$ 272,000	$ 315,000	$ 557,000	$ 642,000