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Hiền's septoplasty can't wait - please help us cover the bill

Hiền needs septoplasty at Hồ Chí Minh City University Hospital and the family is $1,050 short of the hospital's estimate.

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Hiền Phượng Cao
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Hồ Chí Minh City
In September I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at Hồ Chí Minh City University Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,300, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,050 short. Doctors at Hồ Chí Minh City University Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,300 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 7 weeks. I'll not be able to work a full shift 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 $1,050 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $560 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $220 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $85 • Post-operative medication: $60 • Physiotherapy sessions: $75 • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2025-12-05
bill type
Hospital invoice

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  • Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Hiền!

    • Wishing you peace, Hiền. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. All the best.

      • Thinking of you, Hiền. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Girona.

        • Take care, Hiền. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Mumbai this morning.

          • Hope things get better soon, Hiền. Shared this with my family. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

            • Thinking of you and your family. Shared this with my family. Sent it to 14 people at work.

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