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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($) Subsidiary
Principles of Consolidation [Abstract] |
Number of insurance subsidiaries owned by the parent | Subsidiary | 4
Number of non-insurance subsidiaries owned by the parent | Subsidiary | 1
Intangibles [Abstract] |
Impairment of intangible assets | $ | $ 0
Investments: |
Estimated fair value | $ | $ 143

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