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Jennifer's palate reconstruction surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill
A scheduled palate reconstruction surgery in October is out of reach without help covering $4,600 of the cost.
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In July I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Leeds General Hospital recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $6,500, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $4,600 short.
Doctors at Leeds General Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $6,500 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 7 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs 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 $4,600 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,700
• Hospital stay (3 nights): $2,350
• Post-operative medication: $340
• Travel and lodging for the family: $210
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- due date
- 2026-11-09
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Leeds.
Sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. Wish I lived closer to Nairobi so I could bring a meal. Take care
You're not alone, Jennifer. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in San Antonio but we're thinking of you. Love from San Antonio
Best of luck, Jennifer. Get well soon. God bless!