Note 13. Reinsurance (Details) (Standard Security Life Subsidiary Member, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Standard Security Life Subsidiary Member
Payments For Reinsurance Under Coinsurance Agreement	$ 143,537

Cash payment made to an unaffiliated reinsurer with regards to ceded reserves on group business under a coinsurance agreement.

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