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Summary of Gross Unrealized Losses and Fair Values on Investments (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Sep. 30, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Investments Debt And Equity Securities [Abstract] |  |
Less than 12 months, Fair Value | $ 52,475 | $ 28,711
Available-for-sale securities- matures within one year, Gross unrealized losses | (353) | (241)
12 months or greater, Fair Value | 369 | 489
Available-for-sale securities- matures after one year through three years, Gross unrealized losses | $ (1) | $ (1)

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