The Gladspell HMO has contracted with the Ellysium Hospital to provide subacute care to its plan members. Gladspell pays Ellysium by using a per diem reimbursement method. If Gladspell's per diem contract with Ellysium is typical, then the per diem payment will cover such medical costs as

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Per diem reimbursement method typically covers room and board costs, so Gladspell's per diem contract with Ellysium will cover semiprivate room and board. The other options, such as laboratory tests, respiratory therapy, and radiology services, are typically reimbursed separately and may not be covered by the per diem payment.

The Gladspell HMO Has Contracted with the Ellysium Hospital to Provide