Fair Value Measurements and Derivative Instruments - Credit Features (Details)	Sep. 30, 2023 derivative
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Number of interest rate derivative hedges requiring collateral to be posted	5

Number Of Interest Rate Derivatives Requiring Collateral To Be Posted

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