A craniotomy for Julieta: covering what insurance won't

In May I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at La Plata Regional Medical Center recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for July. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $670, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $400 short. Doctors at La Plata Regional Medical Center told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $670 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant 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 work a full shift during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $400 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $90 • Physiotherapy sessions: $115 • Post-operative medication: $125 • Travel and lodging for the family: $70 I hope life is good to you.