A craniotomy for Yuna: covering what insurance won't

In July I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at Tokyo Community Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $6,500, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $5,100 short. Doctors at Tokyo Community Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $6,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 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 $5,100 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $530 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,650 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $1,920 If you're reading this, thank you. - Yuna