Q. When they issue my 1099 at the end of the year will they divide this back out so it does not show up as income?
It's March 9th. You should have received a 1099-NEC by now.
As the other reply, it could go either way, but usually the expenses are included in the 1099-NEC amount.
You say they paid you a per diem for meals and expenses. Whether the per diem is included in the 1099-NEC, or not, you should report it as income. You do not get to deduct the per diem amount. Yes, you will need to save receipts to then deduct your travel costs as an expense.
