Gallbladder removal for Temitope: covering what insurance won't

In February I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Kano Orthopedic Institute recommended gallbladder removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,550, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,100 short. Doctors at Kano Orthopedic Institute told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without gallbladder removal. I work as a school bus driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,550 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 12 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 $1,100 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $390 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $510 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $75 • Post-operative medication: $20 • Physiotherapy sessions: $65 • Travel and lodging for the family: $40 I hope life is good to you. - Temitope