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A partial thyroidectomy for Waleed: covering what insurance won't
After a herniated spinal disc, Waleed was cleared for a partial thyroidectomy, but the bill is more than we can manage.
🇪🇬 11375, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt2,061 views
In December I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Cairo Regional Medical Center recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for March. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,900, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $1,150 short.
Doctors at Cairo Regional Medical Center told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,900 is far beyond what I've.
Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a security guard have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk.
Recovery is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help 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 $1,150 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $680
• Hospital stay (2 nights): $210
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60
• Post-operative medication: $50
• Physiotherapy sessions: $75
• Travel and lodging for the family: $75
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- due date
- 2025-02-08
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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Stay strong, Waleed. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours. Blessings
Wishing Waleed a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Sent it to 13 people at work.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Cairo!
Thank you. If you're in Cairo I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. I'll keep the page updated.
You're not alone, Waleed. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Sending love. Looking forward to the next update. I'll check back for the next update.
Hope it all works out, Waleed. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier!
Take care, Waleed. Wishing Waleed a smooth procedure and a full recovery
hang in there, Waleed. Looking forward to the next update.
you're not alone. Looking forward to the next update. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.