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Contingencies Contingencies (Judgments Recorded and Paid) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Loss Contingency Accrual [Roll Forward] |  |  |
Loss Contingency Accrual Beginning of Period | $ 0 | $ 122 | $ 30
Pretax Tobacco and Health charges | 18 | 4 | 98
Commitments and Contingencies Accrued Interest | 4 | 1 | 64
Payments for Legal Settlements | (19) | (127) | (70)
Loss Contingency Accrual End of Period | $ 3 | $ 0 | $ 122

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