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Gallbladder removal for Mia: covering what insurance won't
A scheduled gallbladder removal in October is out of reach without help covering $6,150 of the cost.
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Mia was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction in July. The surgeon at Birmingham Regional Medical Center recommended gallbladder removal, and She is scheduled for October. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $10,250, and after what the government subsidy will pay we're still $6,150 short.
my mother has been in and out of Birmingham Regional Medical Center since July. The doctors say a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without gallbladder removal. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $10,250 is more than we can find.
While we wait, Mia struggles with daily life and can't drive. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there.
Rehabilitation is expected to take about 12 weeks. During that time Mia won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing.
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 $6,150 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,700
• Hospital stay (3 nights): $2,150
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $310
• Post-operative medication: $220
• Physiotherapy sessions: $450
• Travel and lodging for the family: $320
Glad we found this place.
- Lawrence
- due date
- 2025-11-14
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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Praying for you. Get well soon. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.
good luck. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.
Sending strength, Lawrence. I hope things turn around soon
Hang in there, Lawrence. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care!