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Reinsurance - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract] |  |
Liability for unpaid claims and claims adjustment expense amount ceded | $ 125.5 | $ (85.8)

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