Hip replacement surgery for Bushra: covering what insurance won't

In May I was diagnosed with an aortic valve defect. My surgeon at Faisalabad Community Hospital recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for July. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $750, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $600 short. Doctors at Faisalabad Community Hospital told me an aortic valve defect will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $750 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. The recovery period 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $600 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $45 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $290 • Travel and lodging for the family: $20 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $245 I hope life is good to you.