Hip replacement surgery for Mary Grace: covering what insurance won't

In July I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Davao City Community Hospital recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $880, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $700 short. Doctors at Davao City Community Hospital told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $880 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 4 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 $700 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $120 • Travel and lodging for the family: $80 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $450 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $50 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.