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Note 16 - Fair Value Measurements - Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (Details) - Contingent Consideration [Member] - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2017	Mar. 31, 2016
Contingent Consideration		$ 9,037
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Contingent Consideration		$ 9,037

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Aggregation of the liabilities reported on the balance sheet measured at fair value on a recurring basis by the entity.

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