LifePoint Health - - Responsibilities: Collects patient demographic and insurance information for outpatient services.; Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary.; Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.; Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.; Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.