A partial thyroidectomy for Hamza: covering what insurance won't

In May I was diagnosed with a deviated septum causing chronic infections. My surgeon at Mansoura Community Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $310, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $250 short. Doctors at Mansoura Community Hospital told me a deviated septum causing chronic infections will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a restaurant cook, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $310 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a restaurant cook have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 12 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. 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 $250 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $75 • Travel and lodging for the family: $30 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $70 • Post-operative medication: $75 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.