Cataract surgery for Samira: covering what insurance won't

In December I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Saint Catherine Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for March. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $5,500, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $3,850 short. Doctors at Saint Catherine Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $5,500 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs 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 $3,850 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,100 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $1,450 • Travel and lodging for the family: $300 Thank you for reading my story.