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Medical Claims and Benefits Payable - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2018 | Sep. 30, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2017
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract] |  |  |
Non-risk provider payables | $ 158 |  | $ 122
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Line Items] |  |  |
Expense (recovery) for prior period claims development | $ 227 | $ (9) |
Minimum |  |  |
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Line Items] |  |  |
Percentage of IBNP not expected to be paid | 8.00% |  |
Maximum |  |  |
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Line Items] |  |  |
Percentage of IBNP not expected to be paid | 10.00% |  |

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