Gallbladder removal for Mercedes: covering what insurance won't

In April I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Tlaquepaque Orthopedic Institute recommended gallbladder removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $3,200, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,600 short. Doctors at Tlaquepaque Orthopedic Institute told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without gallbladder removal. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $3,200 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to drive 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 $1,600 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $700 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $130 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $640 • Physiotherapy sessions: $130 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Mercedes