A craniotomy for Faruk: covering what insurance won't

In March I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Dhaka Community Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,600, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $800 short. Doctors at Dhaka Community Hospital told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,600 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $800 goes: • Hospital stay (2 nights): $440 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $65 • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $245 Glad we found this place. - Faruk