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Emergency hernia repair for Leonardo: covering what insurance won't

After a torn ligament that needs reconstruction, Leonardo was cleared for emergency hernia repair, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Beatriz Sônia Ramos
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Niterói
Leonardo was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction in March. The surgeon at Niterói Regional Medical Center recommended emergency hernia repair, and He is scheduled for June. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $3,400, and after what my insurance will pay we're still $2,050 short. my son has been in and out of Niterói Regional Medical Center since March. The doctors say a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without emergency hernia repair. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $3,400 is more than we can find. While we wait, Leonardo struggles with daily life and can't look after the children alone. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. During that time Leonardo won't be able to look after the children alone, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $2,050 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,150 • Travel and lodging for the family: $140 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $540 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $220 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Beatriz
due date
2026-05-23
bill type
Hospital invoice
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