Cataract surgery for Naveen: covering what insurance won't

In June I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Rohini Regional Medical Center recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,200, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $1,100 short. Doctors at Rohini Regional Medical Center told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,200 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 7 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $1,100 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $600 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $270 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $45 • Post-operative medication: $50 • Physiotherapy sessions: $80 • Travel and lodging for the family: $55 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Naveen