The fee percentage payable to the broker under an at-the-market (ATM) offering.

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The value of common stock that can be sold under an at-the-market (ATM) offering.

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The amount of costs incurred for issuance common stock related to this equity distribution agreement.

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The cash inflow from the additional capital contribution to the entity.

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Number of new stock issued during the period.

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Common and Preferred Stock, Additional Paid-In Capital and Dividends, Equity Distribution Agreement (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021	Dec. 31, 2020	Apr. 15, 2022
Equity Distribution Agreement [Abstract]
Proceeds from issuance of common stock		$ 22,718	$ 0	$ 129,660
ATM [Member]
Equity Distribution Agreement [Abstract]
Common stock that can be sold under ATM					$ 19,700
Percentage fee charged by Maxim under ATM	2.00%	2.00%
Proceeds from issuance of common stock	$ 2,025
Common shares issued (in shares)	129,442
Expenses related to equity distribution agreement	$ 81