A Patient Was Admitted to an Acute Care Facility for Congestive

question 60

Multiple Choice

A patient was admitted to an acute care facility for congestive heart failure. The patient stayed in the facility for 3 days. The actual charges incurred were $6,500. The PPS rate is $5,500. The per diem rate is $1,500 per day. For this case, Medicare will most likely pay:

• A) $4,500
• B) $5,500
• C) $6,500
• D) None of the above

Interpret and analyze statistical data presented in various forms.

Perform and interpret basic calculations for descriptive statistics.

Understand the representation of data through standard deviation and mean.

Analyze and solve problems involving inequalities and their applications.

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Definitions:

Net Sales

The amount of sales revenue remaining after deducting returns, allowances for damaged or missing goods, and discounts.

Base Salary

The initial rate of compensation that an employee receives in exchange for services, excluding any extra bonuses, benefits, or overtime.

Commission Rate

A percentage or fixed fee added to transactions, typically in sales or financial services, as a form of compensation.

Average Gross Earnings

The average total amount of income earned by individuals or entities before any deductions or taxes are applied.