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

In August I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at San Fernando University Hospital recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,100, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,050 short. Doctors at San Fernando University Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,100 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 8 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: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $85 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $390 • Post-operative medication: $40 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $535 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.