Gallbladder removal for Idris: covering what insurance won't

In August I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Luxor Orthopedic Institute recommended gallbladder removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,250, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $750 short. Doctors at Luxor Orthopedic Institute told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without gallbladder removal. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to drive 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 $750 goes: • Hospital stay (3 nights): $500 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $100 • Travel and lodging for the family: $65 • Physiotherapy sessions: $85 Thank you for reading my story. - Idris