Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Previously reported
Scenario, Previously Reported [Member]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
Common share repurchase program
Common Share Repurchase Program [Member]
Common Share Repurchase Program [Member]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Common stock
Common Stock [Member]
Common stock and additional paid-in capital
Common Stock Including Additional Paid in Capital [Member]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Stock options
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Restricted and Performance Stock
Restricted and Performance Stock [Member]
Restricted and Performance Stock [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of common shares outstanding
Common Stock Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Common Stock Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of year (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding
Treasury stock purchased and retired (in shares)
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Shares
Shares issued under employee benefit compensation plans (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Balance, end of year (in shares)
Number of stock tendered for payment of federal and state taxes owed
Shares Paid for Tax Withholding for Share Based Compensation
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Stock repurchase program, increase in authorized amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Increase in Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Increase in Authorized Amount
Stock retired during period, value
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Value
Stock repurchase program, remaining repurchase authorized amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Repurchase Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Repurchase Authorized Amount
Common stock dividends paid
Payments of Dividends
Dividends (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Investments in Variable Interest Entities [Abstract]
Investments in Variable Interest Entities [Abstract].
Schedule of impact on balance sheet of consolidating variable interest entities
Schedule of Impact on Balance Sheet of Consolidating Variable Interest Entities [Text Block]
Schedule of Impact on Balance Sheet of Consolidating Variable Interest Entities [Text Block]
Summary of variable interest entities by contractual maturity
Variable Interest Entities, Fair Value by Contractual Maturity [Table Text Block]
Variable Interest Entities, Fair Value by Contractual Maturity [Table Text Block]
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
RECENTLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
New Accounting Policies [Text Block]
New Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of long-term debt instruments
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of maturities of long-term debt
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Convertible subordinated debt
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Stock Options, Restricted Stock and Performance Units
Stock Compensation Plan [Member]
Warrants
Warrant [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Common shares excluded from diluted shares
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Conversion rate per $1000 principal amount of 7.0% convertible debentures, shares
Conversion Rate Per 1000 Dollar Principal Amount of 7 Percent Convertible Debentures, Shares
Conversion Rate Per 1000 Dollar Principal Amount of 7.0 Percent Convertible Debentures, Shares
Par value of each 7.0% convertible debenture
Par Value of Each 7 Percent Convertible Debenture
Par Value of Each 7 Percent Convertible Debenture
Conversion price (in dollars per share)
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price
Interest rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Assets of CLIC being sold
Conseco Life Insurance Company [Member]
Conseco Life Insurance Company [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Net cash proceeds
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Agreement to Sell Pending Regulatory Approval, Cash Consideration to Be Received
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Agreement to Sell Pending Regulatory Approval, Cash Consideration to Be Received
Net assets being sold:
Net Assets Sold [Abstract]
Net Assets Sold [Abstract]
Investments
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Investments
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Investments
Cash and cash equivalents
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Cash and Cash Equivalents
Accrued investment income
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Accrued Investment Income
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Accrued Investment Income
Present value of future profits
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acquisition Costs
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acquisition Costs
Deferred acquisition costs
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Deferred Acquisition Costs
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Deferred Acquisition Costs
Reinsurance receivables
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Reinsurance Receivables
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Reinsurance Receivables
Income tax assets, net
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Deferred Tax Assets
Other assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Other Assets
Liabilities for insurance products
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Liabilities for Insurance Products
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Liabilities for Insurance Products
Other liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Other Liabilities
Investment borrowings
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Investment Borrowings
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Investment Borrowings
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Net assets being sold
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Net Assets Sold
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Net Assets Sold
Loss before taxes
Discontinued Operation, Provision for Loss (Gain) on Disposal, before Income Tax
Tax expense related to tax gain on sale
Discontinued Operation, Tax (Expense) Benefit from Provision for (Gain) Loss on Disposal
Previously unrecognized tax benefit now recognized as a result of the gain
Discontinued Operations, Previously Unrecognized Tax Benefit, Benefit Recognized
Discontinued Operations, Previously Unrecognized Tax Benefit, Benefit Recognized
Valuation allowance release related to the gain
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Gain on Sale of Subsidiary
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Gain on Sale of Subsidiary
Valuation allowance increase related to the decrease in projected future taxable income
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Decrease in Projected Future Taxable Income as Result of Sale of Subsidiary
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Decrease in Projected Future Taxable Income as Result of Sale of Subsidiary
Net loss
Discontinued Operation, Provision for Loss (Gain) on Disposal, Net of Tax
Supplemental Cash Flow Elements [Abstract]
Schedule of the reconciliation for net income provided by operating activities
Reconciliation Of Net Income To Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities [Table Text Block]
Reconciliation Of Net Income To Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of other significant noncash transactions
Schedule of Other Significant Noncash Transactions [Table Text Block]
2015
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months
2016
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
2017
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
2018
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
2019
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Thereafter
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Offsetting [Abstract]
Gross amounts of recognized liabilities
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Gross
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheet
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Amount Offset Against Collateral
Net amounts of liabilities presented in the balance sheet
Assets Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Repurchase Liability
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, Financial instruments
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Collateral, Right to Reclaim Securities
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, Cash collateral pledged
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Collateral, Right to Reclaim Cash
Net amount
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase
Securities sold under agreements to repurchase, fair value of collateral
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase, Fair Value of Collateral
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Table]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Table]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Axis]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Axis]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Domain]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Domain]
Corporate debt securities
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]
US treasury and government
US Treasury and Government [Member]
US states and political subdivisions debt securities
US States and Political Subdivisions Debt Securities [Member]
Asset-backed securities
Asset-backed Securities [Member]
Collateralized debt obligations
Collateralized Debt Obligations [Member]
Commercial mortgage backed securities
Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities [Member]
Mortgage pass through securities
Mortgage Pass Through Securities [Member]
Mortgage Pass Through Securities [Member]
Collateralized mortgage obligations
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations [Member]
Fixed Maturities [Member]
Fixed Maturities [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized cost
Available-for-sale Debt Securities, Amortized Cost Basis
Gross unrealized gains
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gain, Accumulated Investments
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gain, Accumulated Investments
Gross unrealized losses
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Loss, Accumulated Investments
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Loss, Accumulated Investments
Estimated fair value
Available-for-sale Securities
Other-than-temporary impairments included in accumulated other comprehensive income
Available For Sale Securities Other Than Temporary Impairments Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss
Available For Sale Securities Other Than Temporary Impairments Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss
INVESTMENTS IN VARIABLE INTEREST ENTITIES
Investments in Variable Interest Entities
Investments in Variable Interest Entities
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
REINSURANCE
Reinsurance [Text Block]
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Table]
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Table]
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Axis]
Insurance Product Line [Axis]
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Domain]
Insurance Product Line [Domain]
Coventry health care marketing and quota share agreements
Coventry Health Care Marketing and Quota Share Agreements [Member]
Coventry Health Care Marketing and Quota Share Agreements [Member].
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Ceded premiums written
Ceded Premiums Written
Reinsurance effect on claims and benefits incurred, amount ceded
Policyholder Benefits and Claims Incurred, Ceded
Assumed premiums written
Assumed Premiums Written
Ceded long-term reserves
Ceded Long-term Reserves
Ceded Long-term Reserves
Additional premiums paid by subsidiaries to enter into coinsurance agreement
Additional Premiums Paid By Subsidiaries To Enter Into Coinsurance Agreement
Additional Premiums Paid By Subsidiaries To Enter Into Coinsurance Agreement
Over-collateralization rate of market-value trusts
Over-collateralization Rate Of Market-Value Trusts
Over-collateralization Rate Of Market-Value Trusts
Gain (Loss) on Reinsurance Transaction
Gain (Loss) on Reinsurance Transaction
Gain (Loss) on Reinsurance Transaction
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Current tax expense
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Deferred tax expense
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Income tax expense calculated based on estimated annual effective tax rate
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Based on Estimated Annual Effective Tax Rate
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Based on Estimated Annual Effective Tax Rate
Valuation allowance related to the gain
Valuation allowance increase related to the decrease in projected future taxable income
Valuation allowance reduction resulting from the realization of capital gains and utilization of loss carryforwards
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Utilization of Capital Loss Carryforwards
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Change in Amount, Utilization of Capital Loss Carryforwards
Deferred tax benefit related to loss on extinguishment or modification of debt
Extinguishment of Debt, Gain (Loss), Deferred Income Tax
Extinguishment of Debt, Gain (Loss), Deferred Income Tax
Total income tax expense
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Schedule of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of fixed maturities for available for sale and equity securities
Schedule of Fixed Maturities, Available for Sale and Equity Securities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Fixed Maturities, Available for Sale and Equity Securities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of investments classified by contractual maturity date
Investments Classified by Contractual Maturity Date [Table Text Block]
Schedule of realized gain (loss) on investments
Realized Gain (Loss) on Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of credit losses recognized in earnings
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Table Text Block]
Schedule of unrealized loss on investments
Schedule of Unrealized Loss on Investments [Table Text Block]
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Investments:
Investments [Abstract]
Fixed maturities, available for sale, at fair value (amortized cost: June 30, 2014 - $18,383.8; December 31, 2013 - $21,860.6)
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Securities
Equity securities at fair value (cost: June 30, 2014 - $272.6; December 31, 2013 - $237.9)
Available-for-sale Securities, Equity Securities
Mortgage loans
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate
Policy loans
Policy Loans Receivable
Trading securities
Trading Securities
Investments held by variable interest entities
Investments Held By Variable Interest Entities
Total of fixed maturity securities of consolidated variable interest entities where we are the primary beneficiary.
Other invested assets
Other Investments
Total investments
Investments
Cash and cash equivalents - unrestricted
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Cash and cash equivalents held by variable interest entities
Cash And Cash Equivalents Held By Variable Interest Entities
Total of cash and cash equivalents of consolidated variable interest entities where we are the primary beneficiary.
Accrued investment income
Accrued Investment Income Receivable
Present value of future profits
Value of Business Acquired (VOBA)
Deferred acquisition costs
Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs
Reinsurance receivables
Reinsurance Receivables
Income tax assets, net
Income Taxes Receivable
Assets held in separate accounts
Separate Account Assets
Other assets
Other Assets
Assets of subsidiary being sold
Assets of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Liabilities:
Liabilities [Abstract]
Liabilities for insurance products:
Insurance Loss Reserves [Abstract]
Policyholder account balances
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products
Liability for investment contracts and universal life insurance products
Future policy benefits
Liability for Future Policy Benefits
Liability for policy and contract claims
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense
Unearned and advanced premiums
Unearned Premiums
Liabilities related to separate accounts
Separate Accounts, Liability
Other liabilities
Other Liabilities
Payable to reinsurer
Reinsurance Payable
Investment borrowings
Investment Borrowings
Amounts borrowed by a wholly owned subsidiary primarily from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis; the proceeds of which were used to purchase fixed maturity securities.
Borrowings related to variable interest entities
Borrowings Related To Variable Interest Entities
The borrowings of the variable interest entities that are to be repaid from available cash flows from the assets of the variable interest entities.
Notes payable – direct corporate obligations
Notes Payable
Liabilities of subsidiary being sold
Liabilities of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Shareholders' equity:
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Common stock ($0.01 par value, 8,000,000,000 shares authorized, shares issued and outstanding: June 30, 2014 – 213,755,190; December 31, 2013 – 220,323,823)
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid in Capital, Common Stock
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Total shareholders' equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
Liabilities and Equity
Offsetting Assets [Table]
Offsetting Assets [Table]
Derivative Instrument Risk [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract Type [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Call option
Call Option [Member]
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts of recognized assets
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset
Derivative Asset, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash, Offset
Derivative Asset, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash, Offset
Derivative Asset
Derivative Asset
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, financial instruments
Derivative, Collateral, Obligation to Return Securities
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, cash collateral received
Derivative, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Offset Against Collateral
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Offset Against Collateral
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Add: interest expense on 7.0% Senior Debentures due 2016 (the 7.0% Debentures), net of income taxes
Interest on Convertible Debt, Net of Tax
Net income (loss) for diluted earnings per share
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Diluted
Shares:
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted [Abstract]
Weighted average shares outstanding for basic earnings per share (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Effect of dilutive securities on weighted average shares:
Incremental Weighted Average Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect [Abstract]
7.0% Debentures (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Conversion of Debt Securities
Stock options, restricted stock and performance units (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-based Payment Arrangements
Warrants (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Call Options and Warrants
Dilutive potential common shares (in shares)
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment
Weighted average shares outstanding for diluted earnings per share (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Schedule of offsetting call options
Offsetting Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Repurchase Agreements
Schedule of Repurchase Agreements [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Table]
Schedule of Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Table]
Information by Category of Debt Security [Axis]
Debt Security Category [Axis]
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Categories of Investments [Domain]
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Categories of Investments [Domain]
Available-for-sale securities
Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Line Items]
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Line Items]
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Roll Forward]
Credit losses on fixed maturity securities, available for sale, beginning of period
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Credit Losses on Debt Securities Held
Add: credit losses on other-than-temporary impairments not previously recognized
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Additions, No Previous Impairment
Less: credit losses on securities sold
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Reductions, Securities Sold
Less: credit losses on securities impaired due to intent to sell
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Reductions, Change in Status
Add: credit losses on previously impaired securities
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Additions, Additional Credit Losses
Less: increases in cash flows expected on previously impaired securities
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings, Reductions, Cash Flows
Credit losses on fixed maturity securities, available for sale, end of period
Deferred tax assets:
Components of Deferred Tax Assets [Abstract]
Net federal operating loss carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards, Domestic
Net state operating loss carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards, State and Local
Tax credits
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Credit Carryforwards, General Business
Capital loss carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Capital Loss Carryforwards
Investments
Deferred Tax Assets, Investments
Insurance liabilities
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Reserves and Accruals, Policyholder Liabilities
Other
Deferred Tax Assets, Other
Gross deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross
Deferred tax liabilities:
Components of Deferred Tax Liabilities [Abstract]
Present value of future profits and deferred acquisition costs
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Deferred Expense, Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Unrealized Gains On Available For Sale Securities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Unrealized Gains On Available For Sale Securities
Gross deferred tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net
Net deferred tax assets before valuation allowance
Deferred Tax Assets Before Valuation Allowance
Deferred Tax Assets Before Valuation Allowance
Valuation allowance
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance
Net deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance
Current income taxes accrued
Accrued Income Taxes, Current
Income tax assets, net
Deferred Tax Assets, Net
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Wilton Reassurance Company [Member]
Wilton Reassurance Company [Member]
Wilton Reassurance Company [Member]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Bankers Life
Bankers Life [Member]
Bankers Life [Member]
Tax expense related to tax gain on sale
Previously unrecognized tax benefit now recognized as a result of the gain
Valuation allowance release related to the gain
Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets and other tax items
Deferred Other Tax Expense (Benefit)
Reinsurance recapture fee paid
Reinsurance recapture fee paid
Reinsurance recapture fee paid
Gain related to reinsurance transaction
Investment Type [Axis]
Investment Type [Axis]
Investments [Domain]
Investments [Domain]
Marketable securities
Marketable Securities [Member]
Marketable Securities [Member]
Investments by Category [Axis]
Investments by Category [Axis]
Gain (Loss) on Investments, Including Marketable Securities and Investments Held at Cost, Categories of Investments [Domain]
Marketable Securities and Investments Held at Cost [Domain]
Embedded derivative financial instruments
Embedded Derivative Financial Instruments [Member]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Axis]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Axis]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Axis]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Domain]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Domain]
Weighted Average Loan to Value Ratio [Domain]
Major Types of Investments [Axis]
Major Types of Investments [Axis]
Major Types of Investments [Axis]
Major Types of Investments [Domain]
Major Types of Investments [Domain]
Major Types of Investments [Domain]
Total fixed maturities, available for sale
Total Fixed Maturities, Available For Sale [Member]
Total Fixed Maturities, Available For Sale [Member]
Equity securities
Equity Securities [Member]
Commercial mortgage loan
Mortgage Loan [Member]
Mortgage Loan [Member]
Other securities
Other Securities [Member]
Other Securities [Member]
Investment Rating [Axis]
Investment Rating [Axis]
Investment Rating [Axis]
Investment Rating [Domain]
Investment Rating [Domain]
Investment Rating [Domain]
Premium deficiencies adjustments to present value of future profits
Reduction to Present Value of Future Profits Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Reduction to Present Value of Future Profits Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Reduction to deferred acquisition costs due to unrealized gains that would result in premium deficiency if unrealized gains were realized
Reduction to Deferred Acquisition Costs Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Reduction to Deferred Acquisition Costs Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Adjustment to Insurance Liabilities Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Adjustment to Insurance Liabilities Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Adjustment to Insurance Liabilities Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Increase to deferred tax assets due to unrealized gains that would result in premium deficiency if unrealized gains were realized
Increase to Deferred Tax Assets Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Increase to Deferred Tax Assets Due to Unrealized Gains That Would Result in Premium Deficiency if Unrealized Gains Were Realized
Net realized investment gains (losses)
Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized investment gains, excluding impairment losses
Gain (Loss) on Investments, Excluding Other than Temporary Impairments
Sales of investments
Sales Of Investments
Sales of investments during the period primarily resulting from sales of actively managed fixed maturities.
Embedded Derivative, Gain on Embedded Derivative
Embedded Derivative, Gain on Embedded Derivative
Other than temporary impairments recorded
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Losses
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Losses
Value of available for sale securities sold
Available For Sale Securities, Value Of Securities Sold
Available For Sale Securities, Value Of Securities Sold
Impairment losses related to writedown of mortgage loans which losses major tenants
Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses, Writedown of Mortgage Loans Due To Loss of Major Tenant, Portion Recognized In Earnings, Net
Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses, Writedown of Mortgage Loans Due To Loss of Major Tenant, Portion Recognized In Earnings, Net
Impairment losses related to private company investments did not meet expectations of previous valuations
Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses, Impairment On Private Company Investments Not Meeting Expectations Assumed on Previous Valuations, Portion Recognized In Earnings, Net
Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses, Impairment On Private Company Investments Not Meeting Expectations Assumed on Previous Valuations, Portion Recognized In Earnings, Net
Other-than-temporary impairments included in accumulated other comprehensive income
Investment Borrowings [Abstract]
Investment Borrowings [Abstract].
Trading Securities [Table]
Trading Securities [Table]
Borrowings due November 2015 rate two
Borrowings Due November 2015 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due November 2015 Rate Two [Member].
Borrowings due September 2015
Borrowings Due September 2015 [Member]
Borrowings Due September 2015 [Member].
Borrowings due October 2015
Borrowings Due October 2015 [Member]
Borrowings Due October 2015 [Member].
Borrowings due December 2015
Borrowings Due December 2015 [Member]
Borrowings Due December 2015 [Member].
Borrowings due June 2016
Borrowings Due June 2016 [Member]
Borrowings Due June 2016
Borrowings due June 2016 rate two
Borrowings Due June 2016 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due June 2016 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings due October 2016
Borrowings Due October 2016 [Member]
Borrowings Due October 2016 [Member]
Borrowings due November 2016
Borrowings Due November 2016 [Member]
Borrowings Due November 2016 [Member].
Borrowings due November 2016 rate two
Borrowings Due November 2016 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due November 2016 Rate Two [Member].
Borrowings due June 2017
Borrowings Due June 2017 [Member]
Borrowings Due June 2017 [Member]
Borrowings due July 2017
Borrowings Due July 2017 [Member]
Borrowings Due July 2017 [Member]
Borrowings due August 2017
Borrowings Due August 2017 [Member]
Borrowings Due August 2017 [Member]
Borrowings due August 2017 rate two
Borrowings Due August 2017 Rate 2 [Member]
Borrowings Due August 2017 Rate 2 [Member]
Borrowings due October 2017
Borrowings Due October 2017 [Member]
Borrowings Due October 2017 [Member].
Borrowings due November 2017
Borrowings Due November 2017 [Member]
Borrowings Due November 2017 [Member].
Borrowings due November 2017 rate two
Borrowings Due November 2017, Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due November 2017, Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings due January 2018
Borrowings Due January 2018 Rate One [Member]
Borrowings Due January 2018 Rate One [Member]
Borrowings due January 2018 rate two
Borrowings Due January 2018 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due January 2018 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings due February 2018
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate One [Member]
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate One [Member]
Borrowings due February 2018 rate two
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate Two [Member]
Borrowings due February 2018 rate three
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate Three [Member]
Borrowings Due February 2018 Rate Three [Member]
Borrowings due May 2018
Borrowings Due May 2018 [Member]
Borrowings Due May 2018 [Member]
Borrowings due July 2018
Borrowings Due July 2018 [Member]
Borrowings Due July 2018 [Member]
Borrowings due August 2018
Borrowings Due August 2018 [Member]
Borrowings Due August 2018 [Member]
Borrowings due January 2019
Borrowings Due January 2019 [Member]
Borrowings Due January 2019 [Member]
Borrowings due February 2019
Borrowings Due February 2019 [Member]
Borrowings Due February 2019 [Member]
Borrowings due March 2019
Borrowings Due March 2019 [Member]
Borrowings Due March 2019 [Member]
Borrowings due June 2020
Borrowings Due June 2020 [Member]
Borrowings Due June 2020 [Member]
Borrowings due March 2023
Borrowings Due March 2023 [Member]
Borrowings Due March 2023 [Member]
Borrowings due June 2025
Borrowings Due June 2025 [Member]
Borrowings Due June 2025 [Member]
Investment Borrowings [Axis]
Investment Borrowings [Axis]
Investment Borrowings [Axis]
Investment Borrowings [Domain]
Investment Borrowings [Domain]
Investment Borrowings [Domain]
Federal Home Loan Bank advances
Federal Home Loan Bank Advances [Member]
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
Federal Home Loan Bank Stock
Federal Home Loan Bank, Advances, collateral pledged
Federal Home Loan Bank, Advances, General Debt Obligations, Disclosures, Collateral Pledged
Maturity date
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date
Aggregate Fee to Prepay All Fixed Rate FHLB Borrowings
Aggregate Fee to Prepay All Fixed Rate FHLB Borrowings
Aggregate Fee to Prepay All Fixed Rate FHLB Borrowings
Interest Expense on FHLB Borrowings
Interest Expense on FHLB Borrowings
Interest Expense on FHLB Borrowings
Secured Debt, Repurchase Agreements
Secured Debt, Repurchase Agreements
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Assets Held-for-sale [Member]
Assets Held-for-sale [Member]
Cash and cash equivalents - unrestricted
Present value of future profits
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Present Value of Future Profits
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Present Value of Future Profits
Other assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Other Assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Other Assets
Assets of subsidiary being sold
Liabilities for insurance products
Other liabilities
Investment borrowings
Loss accrual
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Accrued Liabilities
Liabilities of subsidiary being sold
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
ACCOUNTING FOR DERIVATIVES
Derivatives and Fair Value [Text Block]
U.S. statutory corporate rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Non-taxable income and nondeductible benefits, net
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Other, Percent
State taxes
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes, Percent
Estimated annual effective tax rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Unrealized gains (losses) for the period
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, before Tax
Amortization of present value of future profits and deferred acquisition costs
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acqusitions Costs, Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acqusitions Costs, Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, before Tax
Amount related to premium deficiencies assuming the net unrealized gains had been realized
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acqusitions Costs, Reduction in Premium Deficiencies, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acqusitions Costs, Reduction in Premium Deficiencies, before Tax
Reclassification adjustments:
Reclassification adjustments [Abstract]
Reclassification adjustments [Abstract]
For net realized investment gains included in net income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Sale of Securities, before Tax
For amortization of the present value of future profits and deferred acquisition costs related to net realized investment gains included in net income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acquisition Costs Related to Net Realized Investment Gains, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Amortization of Present Value of Future Profits and Deferred Acquisition Costs Recognized Related to Net Realized Investment Gains (Losses), before Tax
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Reclassification and Amortization Adjustments, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Reclassification and Amortization Adjustments, before Tax
Change related to deferred compensation plan
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Loss Related to Deferred Compensation Plan, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Loss Related to Deferred Compensation Plan, before Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss) before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax
Income tax (expense) benefit related to items of accumulated other comprehensive income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Equity swap
Equity Swap [Member]
Embedded derivative associated with modified coinsurance agreement
Embedded Derivative Associated With Modified Coinsurance Agreement [Member]
Embedded Derivative Associated With Modified Coinsurance Agreement [Member].
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement and Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Investment income
Investment Income [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative [Line Items]
Increase (decrease) in earnings due to sale of trading portfolio
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net
Estimated fair value
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Asset, at Fair Value
Fair value of derivatives
Other Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments Liabilities at Fair Value
Fixed maturity securities that contain embedded derivatives classified as trading securities
Fix Maturity Securities That Contain Embedded Derivatives Classified as Trading Securities
Fix Maturity Securities That Contain Embedded Derivatives Classified as Trading Securities
Schedule of components of income tax expense
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of effective income tax rate reconciliation
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of deferred tax assets and liabilities
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Summary of operating loss carryforwards
Summary of Operating Loss Carryforwards [Table Text Block]
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Table]
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Table]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Non life insurance companies
Non Life Insurance Companies [Member]
Non Life Insurance Companies [Member].
Life insurance companies
Life Insurance Companies [Member]
Life Insurance Companies [Member].
Internal Revenue Service
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
Loss on sale of subsidiary
Loss on extinguishment or modification of debt
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt
Deferred tax assets more likely than not to be realized through future taxable earnings
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Loss Carryforwards, Subject to Expiration, Net of Valuation Allowance
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Loss Carryforwards, Subject to Expiration, Net of Valuation Allowance
Assumed growth rate for the next five years included in deferred tax valuation analysis
Assumed Growth Rate For the Next Five Years, Included in Deferred Tax Valuation Analysis
Assumed Growth Rate For the Next Five Years, Included in Deferred Tax Valuation Analysis
Valuation allowance for deferred taxes and other tax items
Estimated normalized annual taxable income for the current year
Estimated Normalized Annual Taxable Income For Current Year
Estimated Normalized Annual Taxable Income For Current Year
Loss limitation based on income of life insurance company, percent
Loss Limitation Based On Income Of Life Insurance Company
Loss Limitation Based On Income Of Life Insurance Company
Loss limitation based on loss of non-life entities, percent
Loss Limitation Based On Loss Of Non Life Entities
Loss Limitation Based On Loss Of Non Life Entities
Federal long-term tax exempt rate
Federal Long Term Tax Exempt Rate
Federal Long Term Tax Exempt Rate
Ownership change threshold restricting NOL usage
Ownership Change Threshold Restricting Nol Useage
Ownership change level that triggers restrictions in NOL useage under Section 382 of the code
Operating loss carryforwards
Operating Loss Carryforwards
Capital loss carryforwards, net of unrecognized tax benefits
Tax Credit Carryforward, Net of Tax Benefits
Tax Credit Carryforward, Net of Tax Benefits
Loss on investment in senior health
Loss on Investment in Senior Health
Loss on Investment in Senior Health
Income Tax Examination, Expired Capital Loss Carryforwards if IRS position is correct
Income Tax Examination, Expired Capital Loss Carryforwards if IRS position is correct
Income Tax Examination, Expired Capital Loss Carryforwards if IRS position is correct
Unrecognized tax benefit related to loss on investment in Senior Health
Unrecognized Tax Benefit Related to Loss on Investment in Senior Health
Unrecognized Tax Benefit Related to Loss on Investment in Senior Health
Increase in valuation allowance if unrecognized tax benefit is recognized
Income Tax Examination, Increase in Valuation Allowance if Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Recognized
Income Tax Examination, Increase in Valuation Allowance if Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Recognized
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of segment reporting information by segment
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Reconciliation of operating profit (loss) from segments to consolidated
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Table Text Block]
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)
Retained Earnings [Member]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments (net of applicable income tax expense (benefit))
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Change in noncredit component of impairment losses on fixed maturities, available for sale (net of applicable income tax expense (benefit))
Noncredit Component Of Impairment Losses On Fixed Maturities Available For Sale
Appreciation or loss in value of the total of unsold securities (on which a noncredit impairment loss has been previously recognized) during the period being reported on, net of tax
Extinguishment of beneficial conversion feature related to the repurchase of convertible debentures
Extinguishment of Beneficial Conversion Feature Related to Repurchase of Convertible Debentures
Extinguishment of Beneficial Conversion Feature Related to Repurchase of Convertible Debentures
Cost of shares acquired
Dividends on common stock
Dividends, Common Stock, Cash
Stock Based Compensation
Stock Based Compensation
Stock Based Compensation
Balance, end of period
Fixed maturities, available for sale, amortized cost
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis
Equity securities cost
Available-for-sale Equity Securities, Amortized Cost Basis
Common stock, par value
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock, shares authorized
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
Common stock, shares issued
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Common stock, shares outstanding
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
LITIGATION AND OTHER LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair value, measurements, recurring
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Level 3
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Liability Class [Axis]
Liability Class [Axis]
Fair Value by Liability Class [Domain]
Fair Value by Liability Class [Domain]
Interest sensitive products
Interest Sensitive Products Fixed Index Annuity Products [Member]
Interest Sensitive Products Fixed Index Annuity Products [Member]
Interest sensitive products modified coinsurance agreement
Interest Sensitive Products Modified Coinsurance Agreement [Member]
Interest Sensitive Products Modified Coinsurance Agreement [Member]
Asset Class [Axis]
Asset Class [Axis]
Asset Class [Domain]
Asset Class [Domain]
Venture capital funds
Venture Capital Funds [Member]
Investment By Classification [Axis]
Investment By Classification [Axis]
Investment By Classification [Axis]
Investment By Classification [Domain]
Investment By Classification [Domain]
Investment By Classification
Equity securities classification
Equity Securities Classification [Member]
Equity Securities Classification [Member]
Trading securities
Trading Securities [Member]
Trading Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements) [Abstract]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements) [Abstract]
Purchases
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Purchases
Sales
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Sales
Issuances
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Issuances
Settlements
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Settlements
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements)
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements) [Abstract]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements) [Abstract]
Purchases
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Purchases
Sales
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Sales
Issuances
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Issuances
Settlements
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Settlements
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Purchases, (Sales), Issuances, (Settlements)
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Amortization and depreciation
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Income taxes
Increase (Decrease) in Income Taxes Payable
Insurance liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Insurance Liabilities
Accrual and amortization of investment income
Change in Accrued Investment Income and Amortization of Premium or Discount on Investments
Change in Accrued Investment Income and Amortization of Premium or Discount on Investments
Deferral of policy acquisition costs
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs
Net realized investment gains
Gain (Loss) on Investments, Excluding Cash Expenses
Gain (Loss) on Investments, Excluding Cash Expenses
Payment to reinsurer pursuant to long-term care business reinsured
Payment To Reinsurer Pursuant To Long-Term Care Business Reinsured
Payment to reinsurer pursuant to long-term care business reinsured
Loss on extinguishment or modification of debt
Other
Other Operating Activities, Cash Flow Statement
Net cash from operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Other Noncash Investing and Financing Items [Abstract]
Stock options, restricted stock and performance units
Share Based Compensation, Noncash Portion
Share Based Compensation, Noncash Portion
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
Cash Flow, Supplemental Disclosures [Text Block]
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on fixed maturity securities, available for sale, on which an other-than-temporary impairment loss has been recognized
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss, Net Unrealized Appreciation Depreciation On Fixed Maturity Securities, Available For Sale, When An Other Than Temporary Impairment Loss Was Recognized
Net Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) On Fixed Maturity Securities, Available For Sale, On Which An Other Than Temporary Impairment Loss Has Been Recognized
Net unrealized gains on all other investments
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss, Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) On All Other Investments
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) On All Other Investments
Adjustment to present value of future profits
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Adjustment to Present Value of Future Profits
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Adjustment to Present Value of Future Profits
Adjustment to deferred acquisition costs
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss, Adjustment to Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss, Adjustment to Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs.
Adjustment to insurance liabilities
Unrecognized net loss related to deferred compensation plan
Unrecognized Net Loss Related To Deferred Compensation Plan
Unrecognized Net Loss Related To Deferred Compensation Plan
Deferred income tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Other Comprehensive Income
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Out of Period Adjustments [Abstract]
Out of Period Adjustments [Abstract]
Schedule of Error Corrections and Prior Period Adjustment Restatement [Table]
Schedule of Error Corrections and Prior Period Adjustment Restatement [Table]
Adjustments for Error Corrections [Axis]
Adjustments for Error Corrections [Axis]
Adjustments for Error Correction [Domain]
Adjustments for Error Correction [Domain]
Out of period adjustment
Out of Period Adjustment [Member]
Out of Period Adjustment [Member]
Error Corrections and Prior Period Adjustments Restatement [Line Items]
Error Corrections and Prior Period Adjustments Restatement [Line Items]
Out of period adjustment, increase in other operating costs and expenses
Out of Period Adjustment, Increase in Other Operating Costs and Expenses
Out of Period Adjustment, Increase in Other Operating Costs and Expenses
Out of period adjustment, decrease in tax expense
Out of Period Adjustment, Decrease in Tax Expense
Out of Period Adjustment, Decrease in Tax Expense
Out of period adjustment, effect on net loss
Out Of Period Adjustment, Effect on Net Income
Out Of Period Adjustment to Net Income
Out of period adjustment, effect on earnings per diluted share (in dollars per share)
Adjustment to Earnings Per Diluted Share
Adjustment to Earnings Per Diluted Share
Out of period adjustment, increase in insurance policy benefits
Out of Period Adjustment, Effect on Insurance Policy Benefits
Out of Period Adjustment, Effect on Insurance Policy Benefits
Out of period adjustment, increase in amortization expense
Out of Period Adjustment, Increase in Amortization Expense
Out of Period Adjustment, Increase in Amortization Expense
Fair value of level 3 fixed maturity securities valued using broker quotes, percentage
Fair Value, Fixed Maturity Securities Valued Using Broker Quotes, Percentage
Fair Value, Fixed Maturity Securities Valued Using Broker Quotes, Percentage
Available for sale fixed maturities classified as level 3, investment grade, percent
Available for Sale Fixed Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Investment Grade, Percent
Available for Sale Fixed Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Investment Grade, Percent
Available for sale maturities with significant unobservable inputs, structured securities, percent
Available for Sale Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Structured Securities, Percent
Available for Sale Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Structured Securities, Percent
Available for Sale Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Corporate Securities, Percent
Available for Sale Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Corporate Securities, Percent
Available for Sale Maturities with Significant Unobservable Inputs, Corporate Securities, Percent
NOTES PAYABLE - DIRECT CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
INVESTMENTS
Investments [Text Block]
Disclosure of certain attributes of our investment portfolio.
CHANGES IN COMMON STOCK
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Senior secured note 6.375 percent
Senior Secured Note 6.375 Percent [Member]
Senior Secured Note 6.375 Percent [Member]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Senior notes
Senior Notes [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
Minimum pro forma risk-based capital ratio for restricted payments
Debt Instrument, Terms, Minimum Pro Forma Risk-Based Capital Ratio for Restricted Payments
Debt Instrument, Terms, Minimum Pro Forma Risk-Based Capital Ratio for Restricted Payments
Limit of restricted payments permitted, cash dividends to common stock
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Cash Dividends on Common Stock
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Cash Dividends on Common Stock
Limit of restricted payments permitted, amount
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Amount
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Amount
Limit of restricted payments permitted, amount of allowed additional payments
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Amount of Allowed Additional Payments
Debt Instrument, Limit of Restricted Payments Permitted, Amount of Allowed Additional Payments
Debt to capitalization ratio, threshold requiring equal debt repayment
Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Threshold Requiring Equal Debt Repayment
Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Threshold Requiring Equal Debt Repayment
Number of states participating in examination of compliance with unclaimed property laws
Number of States Participating in Examination of Compliance with Unclaimed Property Laws
Number of States Participating in Examination of Compliance with Unclaimed Property Laws
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Embedded derivatives associated with fixed index annuity products
Embedded Derivatives Associated with Fixed Index Annuity Products [Member]
Embedded Derivatives Associated with Fixed Index Annuity Products [Member]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Axis]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Axis]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Axis]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Domain]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Domain]
Other Invested Assets, by Type [Domain]
Derivatives
Derivatives [Member]
Derivatives [Member]
Level 1
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Level 2
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Estimate of fair value measurement
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed maturities, available for sale
Equity securities - corporate securities
Equity Securities, Fair Value Disclosure
Equity Securities, Fair Value Disclosure
Other invested assets - derivatives
Other Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Other Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Assets of subsidiary being sold
Assets Held-for-sale, Long Lived, Fair Value Disclosure
Total assets carried at fair value by category
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products, Fair Value Disclosure
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products, Fair Value Disclosure
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products, Fair Value Disclosure
Total liabilities carried at fair value by category
Financial and Nonfinancial Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure
Schedule of Variable Interest Entities [Table]
Schedule of Variable Interest Entities [Table]
Investment Holding [Axis]
Investment Holding [Domain]
Less than twelve months
Less Than Twelve Months [Member]
Less Than Twelve Months [Member]
Greater than twelve months
Greater Than Twelve Months [Member]
Greater Than Twelve Months [Member]
Variable Interest Entities [Axis]
Variable Interest Entity, Classification [Domain]
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary [Member]
VIEs
VIEs [Member]
Variable Interest Entities [Member]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Variable interest entity amortized cost securities held
Variable Interest Entity Amortized Cost Securities Held
Amortized cost of fixed maturity securities held by the VIE
Variable interest entity, gross unrealized gains fixed maturity securities
Variable Interest Entity, Gross Unrealized Gains Fixed Maturity Securities
Variable Interest Entity, Gross Unrealized Gains Fixed Maturity Securities
Variable interest entity gross unrealized losses fixed maturity securities
Variable Interest Entity Gross Unrealized Losses Fixed Maturity Securities
Variable Interest Entity Gross Unrealized Losses Fixed Maturity Securities
Variable Interest Entity, Fixed Maturity Securities Fair Value
Variable Interest Entity, Fixed Maturity Securities Fair Value
Estimated fair value of fixed maturity securities held by the VIE
Variable interest entities net realized gain (loss) on investments
Variable Interest Entities Net Realized Gain (Loss) On Investments
Net realized investment gain (loss) on VIE investments
Variable Interest Entities Net Gains Losses From Sale Of Fixed Maturity Investments
Variable Interest Entities Net Gains Losses From Sale Of Fixed Maturity Investments
Variable Interest Entities Net Gains Losses From Sale Of Fixed Maturity Investments
Total Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses on Investments Held by Variable Interest Entities
Total Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses on Investments Held by Variable Interest Entities
Total Other Than Temporary Impairment Losses on Investments Held by Variable Interest Entities
Variable interest entities, investments sold
Variable Interest Entities, Investments Sold
Variable Interest Entities, Investments Sold
Variable interest entity, gross investment losses from sale
Variable Interest Entity, Investments, Gross Investment Losses From Sale, Before Tax
Variable Interest Entity, Investments, Gross Investment Losses From Sale, Before Tax
Fair value investments held by variable interest entity that had been in an unrealized loss position
Fair Value Investments Held By Variable Interest Entity That Had Been In An Unrealized Loss Position
Fair Value Investments Held By Variable Interest EntityThat Had Been In An Unrealized Loss Position
Gross Unrealized Losses On Investments Held By Variable Interest Entity
Gross Unrealized Losses On Investments Held By Variable Interest Entity
Gross Unrealized Losses On Investments Held By Variable Interest Entity
Investments held in limited partnerships
Investments Held In Limited Partnerships
Investments Held In Limited Partnerships
Unfunded commitments to limited partnerships
Unfunded Committments To Limited Partnerships
Unfunded Committments To Limited Partnerships
Schedule of Investments [Abstract]
Investment Holdings [Table]
Investment Holdings [Table]
Investment Holding [Axis]
Investment Holding [Domain]
Amortized cost
Amortized Cost [Member]
Amortized Cost [Member]
Estimated fair value
Estimated Fair Value [Member]
Estimated Fair Value [Member]
Investment Holdings [Line Items]
Investment Holdings [Line Items]
Due in one year or less
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due In One Year Or Less
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due In One Year Or Less
Due after one year through five years
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due After One Year Through Five Years
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due After One Year Through Five Years
Due after five years through ten years
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due After Five Years Through Ten Years
Variable Interest Entity Investments Due After Five Years Through Ten Years
Total amortized cost
Total fair value
Schedule of Gain (Loss) on Investments [Table]
Schedule of Gain (Loss) on Investments [Table]
Gain (Loss) on Investments [Line Items]
Gain (Loss) on Investments [Line Items]
Schedule of terms of federal home loan bank borrowing
Schedule of Terms of Federal Home Loan Bank Borrowing [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Terms of Federal Home Loan Bank Borrowing [Table Text Block]
BUSINESS SEGMENTS
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Carryforward Expiration [Axis]
Carryforward Expiration [Axis]
Carryforward Expiration [Axis].
Carryforward Expiration [Domain]
Carryforward Expiration [Domain]
Carryforward Expiration [Domain].
Carryforward Expiration 2018
Carryforward Expiration 2018 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2018 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2021
Carryforward Expiration 2021 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2021 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2022
Carryforward Expiration 2022 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2022 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2023
Carryforward Expiration 2023 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2023 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2025
Carryforward Expiration 2025 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2025 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2027
Carryforward Expiration 2027 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2027 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2028
Carryforward Expiration 2028 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2028 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2029
Carryforward Expiration 2029 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2029 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2032
Carryforward Expiration 2032 [Member]
Carryforward Expiration 2032 [Member]
Operating loss carryforwards, expiration dates
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date
Capital loss carryforwards
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount
Total loss carryforwards
Total Loss Carryforwards
Total Loss Carryforwards.
Net operating loss carryforward, unrecognized tax benefit
Unrecognized Tax Benefits On Operating Loss Carryforwards
Unrecognized Tax Benefits On Operating Loss Carryforwards
Capital loss carryforwards, unrecognized tax benefit
Unrecognized Tax Benefit on Tax Credit Carryforward
Unrecognized Tax Benefit on Tax Credit Carryforward
Total loss carryforwards, unrecognized tax benefit
Unrecognized Tax Benefits on Total Loss Carryforwards
Unrecognized Tax Benefits on Total Loss Carryforwards
Net operating loss carryforwards, net of unrecognized tax benefits
Operating Loss Carryforward, Net of Tax Benefits
Operating Loss Carryforward, Net of Tax Benefits
Total loss carryforwards, net of unrecognized tax benefits
Total Loss Carryforwards, Net of Tax Benefits
Total Loss Carryforwards, Net of Tax Benefits
Fair Value Measurements
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Insurance policy income
Proceeds from Insurance Premiums Collected
Net investment income
Proceeds from Interest and Dividends Received
Fee revenue and other income
Proceeds from Fees Received
Insurance policy benefits
Insurance Policy Benefits
Amounts paid to policyholders during the period pursuant to the terms of the insurance contracts.
Interest expense
Interest Paid
Deferrable policy acquisition costs
Policy Acquisition Costs
Payments made during the reporting period related to costs associated with acquiring new insurance customers.
Other operating costs
Payments for Other Operating Activities
Taxes
Income Taxes Paid
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Maturities and redemptions of investments
Maturities And Redemptions Of Investments
Maturities and redemptions of investments during the period primarily resulting from actively managed fixed maturities.
Purchases of investments
Purchases Of Investments
Purchases of investments during the period primarily related to actively managed fixed maturities.
Net sales of trading securities
Net Sales Purchases Of Trading Securities
Net amounts received or paid for trading securities during the period.
Change in cash and cash equivalents held by variable interest entities
Change In Cash And Cash Equivalents Held By Variable Interest Entities
Change in cash and cash equivalents during the period held by variable interest entities of which we are the primary beneficiary.
Cash and cash equivalents held by subsidiary being sold
Change in Cash And Cash Equivalents Held By Subsidiary
Change in Cash And Cash Equivalents Held By Subsidiary
Other
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Payments on notes payable
Repayments of Notes Payable
Expenses related to extinguishment or modification of debt
Expenses Related To Debt Modification And Extinguishment Of Debt
Payments made during the period related to debt modification and extinguishment of debt.
Amount paid to extinguish the beneficial conversion feature associated with repurchase of convertible debentures
Payments to Extinguish Beneficial Conversion Feature of Convertible Debt
Payments to Extinguish Beneficial Conversion Feature of Convertible Debt
Issuance of common stock
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock
Payments to repurchase common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Amounts received for deposit products
Proceeds from Annuities and Investment Certificates
Withdrawals from deposit products
Repayments of Annuities and Investment Certificates
Issuance of investment borrowings:
Federal Home Loan Bank
Proceeds from Federal Home Loan Bank Borrowings
Related to variable interest entities
Proceeds from Investment Borrowings Related to Variable Interest Entities
Proceeds from Investment Borrowings Related to Variable Interest Entities
Payments on investment borrowings:
Payments for (Proceeds from) Investments, Alternative [Abstract]
Federal Home Loan Bank
Repayments of Federal Home Loan Bank Borrowings
Related to variable interest entities and other
Repayments of Investment Borrowings Related to Variable Interest Entities
Repayments of Investment Borrowings Related to Variable Interest Entities
Investment borrowings - repurchase agreements, net
Proceeds from (Payments for) in Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
Variable Interest Entities [Axis]
Variable Interest Entity, Classification [Domain]
Eliminations
Eliminations [Member]
Eliminations [Member]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Notes receivable of VIEs held by insurance subsidiaries
Variable Interest Entity Notes Receivable Held By Insurance Subsidiaries
Notes receivable of VIE's held by insurance subsidiaries
Accrued investment income
Variable Interest Entity Accrued Investment Income
Accrued Investment Income attributable to the VIE
Income tax assets, net
Variable Interest Entity Income Tax Assets, Net
Income tax assets, net that are attributable to the VIE
Other assets
Variable Interest Entity Other Assets
Other assets attributable to VIE's
Total assets
Variable Interest Entity, Nonconsolidated, Carrying Amount, Assets
Other liabilities
Variable Interest Entity Other Liabilities
Other liabilities attributable to VIE's
Notes payable of VIEs held by insurance subsidiaries
Variable Interest Entity Notes Payable Held By Insurance Subsidiaries
Variable Interest Entity Notes Payable Held By Insurance Subsidiaries
Total liabilities
Variable Interest Entity, Nonconsolidated, Carrying Amount, Liabilities
INCOME TAXES
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Commercial mortgage loans
Impairments of mortgage loans and other investments
Impairments of Mortgage Loans And Other Investments [Member]
Impairments of Mortgage Loans And Other Investments [Member]
Realized gains on sale
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains
Gross realized losses on sale
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Portion in Other Comprehensive Loss, before Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, Available-for-sale Securities
Net impairment losses recognized
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net, Available-for-sale Securities
Total realized gains
Schedule of earnings per share reconciliation
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
INVESTMENT BORROWINGS
Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]
Amortized Cost
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Due in one year or less
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Next Twelve Months, Amortized Cost Basis
Due after one year through five years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Five, Amortized Cost Basis
Due after five years through ten years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Six Through Ten, Amortized Cost Basis
Due after ten years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, after Ten Years, Amortized Cost Basis
Subtotal
Available For Sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost, Subtotal
Available For Sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost, Subtotal
Structured securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, without Single Maturity Date, Amortized Cost Basis
Total fixed maturities, available for sale
Estimated Fair Value
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Due in one year or less
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Next Twelve Months, Fair Value
Due after one year through five years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Five, Fair Value
Due after five years through ten years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Six Through Ten, Fair Value
Due after ten years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, after Ten Years, Fair Value
Subtotal
Available For Sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Subtotal
Available For Sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Subtotal
Structured securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, without Single Maturity Date, Fair Value
Total fixed maturities, available for sale
Mortgage loans
Mortgage-backed Securities Available-for-sale, Fair Value Disclosure
Policy loans
Loans Receivable, Fair Value Disclosure
Company-owned life insurance
Life Insurance, Corporate or Bank Owned, Amount
Alternative investment funds
Hedge fund
Hedge fund
Assets of subsidiary being sold
Assets Sold, Fair Value
Assets Sold, Fair Value
Policyholder account balances
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products, Excluding Embedded Derivatives
Liabilities For Interest Sensitive Products, Excluding Embedded Derivatives
Investment borrowings
Investment Borrowings, Fair Value Disclosure
Investment Borrowings, Fair Value Disclosure
Borrowings related to variable interest entities
Borrowings Related To Variable Interest Entities, Fair Value Disclosure
Borrowings Related To Variable Interest Entities, Fair Value Disclosure
Notes payable – direct corporate obligations
Notes Payable, Fair Value Disclosure
Liabilities of subsidiary being sold
Liabilities Sold, Fair Value
Liabilities Sold, Fair Value
Senior secured credit agreement
Senior Secured Credit Agreement [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Agreement [Member]
Debentures
Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Direct corporate obligations
Unamortized Discount
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Investments
Discount rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Discount Rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Discount Rate
Weighted average discount rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Discount Rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Discount Rate
Debt obligation, recovery rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Recoveries
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Recoveries
Weighted average recoveries
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Recoveries
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Recoveries
Weighted average constant prepayment rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Constant Prepayment Rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Constant Prepayment Rate
Annual default rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Annual Default Rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Annual Default Rate
Weighted average annual default rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Annual Default Rate
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Annual Default Rate
Portfolio CCC Percent
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Portfolio CCC Percent
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Portfolio CCC Percent
Weighted average portfolio CCC percent
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Portfolio CCC Percent
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Portfolio CCC Percent
Projected Portfolio Yields
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Projected Portfolio Yields
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Projected Portfolio Yields
Weighted average projected portfolio yields
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Projected Portfolio Yields
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Projected Portfolio Yields
Discount rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Discount Rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Discount Rates
Weighted average discount rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Discount Rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Discount Rates
Surrender rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Surrender Rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Surrender Rates
Weighted average surrender rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Surrender Rates
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Significant Assumptions, Weighted Average Surrender Rates
Deferred Sales Inducements [Abstract]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement, by Type [Table]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement [Line Items]
Deferred sales inducements
Deferred Sales Inducements, Additions
Deferred sales inducements, amortization expense
Deferred Sales Inducements, Amortization Expense
Unamortized deferred sales inducements
Deferred Sales Inducements, Net
Insurance liabilities for persistency bonus benefits
Persistency Bonus Benefits Included in Insurance Liabilities
Persistency Bonus Benefits Included in Insurance Liabilities
SALES INDUCEMENTS
Sales Inducements [Text Block]
Sales Inducements [Text Block]
Schedule of options activity
Schedule of Stock by Class [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Statement, Business Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segment [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Washington National
Washington National [Member]
Washington National [Member]
Colonial Penn
Colonial Penn [Member]
Colonial Penn [Member]
Other CNO Business
Other CNO Business [Member]
Other CNO Business [Member]
Corporate operations
Intersegment Eliminations [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information, Profit (Loss) [Abstract]
Revenues:
Revenues [Abstract]
Annuities
Insurance Policy Income Related To Annuity Products
Insurance Policy Income Related To Annuity Products
Health
Premiums Earned, Net, Accident and Health
Life
Premiums Earned, Net, Life
Net investment income (loss)
Net Investment Income
Fee revenue and other income
Fees and Commissions
Total revenues
Revenues Excluding Realized Gains Losses
We measure segment performance by excluding realized investment gains (losses) because we believe that this performance measure is a better indicator of the ongoing business and trends in our business.
Benefits and expenses:
Benefits, Losses and Expenses [Abstract]
Insurance policy benefits
Policyholder Benefits and Claims Incurred, Net
Amortization
Amortization Excluding Amortization Related To Realized Gains Losses And Amortization Related To Fair Value Changes In Embedded Derivative Liabilities
Amortization Excluding Amortization Related To Realized Gains Losses And Amortization Related To Fair Value Changes In Embedded Derivative Liabilities
Interest expense on investment borrowings
Interest Expense Related To Investment Borrowings
Interest Expense Related To Investment Borrowings
Interest expense on corporate debt
Interest Expense on Corporate Debt
Interest Expense on Corporate Debt
Other operating costs and expenses
Other Cost and Expense, Operating
Total expenses
Benefits Losses And Expenses Excluding Amortization Related to Realized Gains Losses And Fair Value Changes In Embedded Derivative Liabilities Net Of Related Amortization And Income Taxes
Benefits Losses And Expenses Excluding Amortization Related to Realized Gains Losses And Fair Value Changes In Embedded Derivative Liabilities Net Of Related Amortization And Income Taxes
Pre-tax operating earnings
Pre-tax operating earnings
Pre-tax operating earnings
Gain related to reinsurance transaction
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Abstract]
Total segment revenues
Net realized investment gains
Realized Investment Gains (Losses)
Revenues related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to VIEs
Revenues related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to non-controlling interests
Revenues related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to non-controlling interests
Revenues of CLIC being sold
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Revenue
Total revenues
Revenues
Insurance policy benefits - fair value changes in embedded derivative liabilities
Embedded Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Embedded Derivative, Net
Amortization related to fair value changes in embedded derivative liabilities
Embedded Derivative, Amortization Related to Fair Value Changes in Embedded Derivative Liabilities
Embedded Derivative, Amortization Related to Fair Value Changes
Amortization related to net realized investment gains
Amortization Related to Investment Gains Losses
Amortization of Investment Gains Losses.
Expenses related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to VIEs
Expenses related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to non-controlling interests
Expenses related to certain non-strategic investments and earnings attributable to non-controlling interests
Loss on extinguishment or modification of debt
Expenses of CLIC being sold
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Expenses
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Expenses
Total benefits and expenses
Benefits, Losses and Expenses
Income (loss) before income taxes
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Tax expense on period income
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Before Valuation Allowance Adjustment
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Before Valuation Allowance Adjustment
Net income (loss)
ASSETS AND LIABILITIES SUBJECT TO OFFSETTING DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Balance Sheet Offsetting [Text Block]
Balance Sheet Offsetting [Text Block]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Fair value, measurement with unobservable inputs reconciliation, beginning balance
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset Value
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Gain (Loss) Included in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Transfers into level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset Transfers Into Level 3
Transfers out of level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Transfers out of Level 3
Amounts classified as Assets of subsidiary being sold
Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Assets Of Subsidiary Sold
Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Assets Of Subsidiary Sold
Fair value, measurement with unobservable inputs reconciliation, ending balance
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Fair value, measurement with unobservable inputs reconciliation, beginning balance
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliations, Recurring Basis, Liability Value
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Gain (Loss) Included in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Transfers into level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers Into Level 3
Transfers out of level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers out of Level 3
Amounts classified as Assets of subsidiary being sold
Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liabilities of Subsidiary Sold
Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liabilities of Subsidiary Sold
Fair value, measurement with unobservable inputs reconciliation, ending balance
Amount of total gains (losses) for the year ended December 31 included in our net income relating to assets and liabilities still held as of the reporting date
Amount of Total Gains Losses Included in Net Income Related to Assets Liabilities Still Held at the Reporting Date
Amount of Total Gains Losses Included in Net Income Related to Assets Liabilities Still Held at the Reporting Date
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments, applicable income tax expense (benefit)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Tax
Change in noncredit component of impairment losses on fixed maturities, available for sale, applicable income tax expense (benefit)
Noncredit Component Of Impairment Losses On Fixed Maturities Available For Sale Tax
Tax effect on the appreciation or loss in value of the total of unsold securities (on which a noncredit impairment loss has been previously recognized) during the period being reported on
Schedule of Carrying Amount of CLIC Business Being Sold
Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures [Table Text Block]
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Notes payable to banks
Notes Payable to Banks [Member]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Term loan facility, six-year
Term Loan Facility, Six-Year [Member]
Term Loan Facility, Six-Year [Member]
Term loan facility, four-year
Term Loan Facility, Four-Year [Member]
Term Loan Facility, Four-Year [Member]
Revolving credit facility
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Uncommitted subfacility
Uncommitted Subfacility [Member]
Uncommitted Subfacility [Member]
Letter of credit
Letter of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Domain]
[Domain] for Debt Instrument, Variable Rate [Axis]
Eurodollar rate
Eurodollar Rate [Member]
Eurodollar Rate [Member]
Base rate
Base Rate [Member]
Base rate subject to eurodollar floor
Base Rate Subject to Eurodollar Floor [Member]
Base Rate Subject to Eurodollar Floor [Member]
Base rate floor
Base Rate Floor [Member]
Base Rate Floor [Member]
Eurodollar floor
Eurodollar Floor [Member]
Eurodollar Floor [Member]
Debt instrument, term
Debt Instrument, Term
Maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Annual amortization percentage of loan in first and second year
Debt Instrument, Annual Amortization Percentage of Loan in First and Second Year
Debt Instrument, Annual Amortization Percentage of Loan in First and Second Year
Annual amortization percentage of loan in third and fourth year
Debt Instrument, Annual Amortization Percentage of Loan in Third and Fourth Year
Debt Instrument, Annual Amortization Percentage of Loan in Third and Fourth Year
Additional borrowings
Proceeds from Issuance of Debt
Basis spread on variable rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Additional debt repayment
Additional Debt Repayment
Additional Debt Repayment
Mandatory prepayment required to be made with net proceeds exceeding a certain amount from sale of subsidiary
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Proceeds Exceeding Defined Amount Require A Mandatory Prepayment, Pursuant To Senior Secured Credit Agreement
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Proceeds Exceeding Defined Amount Require A Mandatory Prepayment, Pursuant To Senior Secured Credit Agreement
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt
Percentage of net cash proceeds from asset sales and casualty events
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Net Cash Proceeds from Asset Sales and Casualty Events
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Net Cash Proceeds from Asset Sales and Casualty Events
Percentage of net cash proceeds received for restricted subsidiaries from debt issuances
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Net Cash Proceeds Received for Restricted Subsidiaries from Debt Issuances
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Net Cash Proceeds Received for Restricted Subsidiaries from Debt Issuances
Percentage of restricted payments
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Restricted Payments
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Percentage of Restricted Payments
Mandatory prepayments, reduced percentage
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Reduced Percentage
Debt Instrument, Terms, Mandatory Prepayments, Reduced Percentage
Debt to capitalization ratio, maximum threshold for repayment requirement
Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Maximum Threshold for Repayment Requirement
Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Maximum Threshold for Repayment Requirement
Debt to capitalization ratio, percentage required for no mandatory prepayment
Debt Instrument, Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Percentage Required No Mandatory Prepayment
Debt Instrument, Debt to Capitalization Ratio, Percentage Required No Mandatory Prepayment
Debt to capitalization ratio required
Debt to Capitalization Ratio Required
Debt to Capitalization Ratio Required
Debt to capitalization ratio at period end
Debt to Capitalization Ratio at Period End
Debt to Capitalization Ratio at Period End
Interest coverage ratio required
Interest Coverage Ratio Required
Interest Coverage Ratio Required
Lesser of interest coverage ratio required
Lesser Of Interest Coverage Ratio Required
Lesser Of Interest Coverage Ratio Required
Aggregate adjusted capital to company action level risk-based capital ratio, after stated date
Aggregate Adjusted Capital to Company Action Level Risk-Based Capital Ratio, After Stated Date
Aggregate Adjusted Capital to Company Action Level Risk-Based Capital Ratio, After Stated Date
Aggregate adjusted capital to company action level risk based capital ratio at period end
Aggregate Adjusted Capital to Company Action Level Risk Based Capital Ratio at Period End
Aggregate Adjusted Capital to Company Action Level Risk Based Capital Ratio at Period End
Minimum combined statutory capital and surplus
Minimum Combined Statutory Capital and Surplus
Minimum Combined Statutory Capital and Surplus
Combined statutory capital and surplus at period end
Combined Statutory Capital and Surplus at Period End
Combined Statutory Capital and Surplus at Period End
Collateralized mortgage obligations
Collateralized Mortgage Backed Securities [Member]
Fair value, less than twelve months
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than Twelve Months, Fair Value
Unrealized losses, less than 12 months
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Aggregate Loss
Fair value, twelve months or longer
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Twelve Months or Longer, Fair Value
Unrealized losses, 12 months or longer
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Aggregate Loss
Fair value, total
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Fair Value
Unrealized losses, total
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Aggregate Loss
Income Statement [Abstract]
Insurance policy income
Premiums Earned, Net
Net investment income (loss):
Net Investment Income [Abstract]
General account assets
Net Investment Income On General Account Invested Assets
Net investment income on general account invested assets excludes income (loss) related to: (i) the change in the fair value of options purchased in an effort to hedge certain benefits accruing to the policyholders of our equity-indexed products; (ii) trading account securities; (iii) change in value of embedded derivatives related to modified coinsurance agreements; and (iv) Company-only life insurance which was purchased as an investment vehicle to fund a deferred compensation plan.
Policyholder and reinsurer accounts and other special-purpose portfolios
Net Investment Income On Policyholder And Reinsurer Accounts And Other Special Purpose Portfolios
Such amount represents net investment income (loss) related to: (i) the change in the fair value of options purchased in an effort to hedge certain potential benefits accruing to the policyholders of our equity-indexed products; (ii) trading account securities; (iii) change in value of embedded derivatives related to modified coinsurance agreements; and (iv) Company-only life insurance which was purchased as an investment vehicle to fund the deferred compensation plan for certain agents.
Realized investment gains (losses):
Gain (Loss) on Investments [Abstract]
Other-than-temporary impairment losses:
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments [Abstract]
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses
Portion of other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income
Total realized gains
Fee revenue and other income
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Amortization
Amortization of Deferred Charges
Income tax expense:
Income Tax Expense [Abstract]
Income Tax Expense [Abstract]
Earnings per common share:
Basic:
Earnings Per Share, Basic [Abstract]
Weighted average shares outstanding (in shares)
Net income (loss) (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Diluted:
Earnings Per Share, Diluted [Abstract]
Weighted average shares outstanding (in shares)
Net income (loss) (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Text Block]
AGREEMENT TO SELL SUBSIDIARY
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]
OUT-OF-PERIOD ADJUSTMENTS
Out of Period Adjustments [Text Block]
Out of Period Adjustments [Text Block]
Schedule of financial instruments carried at fair value categorized by input level
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]
Schedule of assets and liabilities measured on a recurring fair value basis
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of fair value measurement inputs
Fair Value Inputs, Assets, Quantitative Information [Table Text Block]
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount