Knee replacement surgery for Rakib: covering what insurance won't

In July I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Dhaka Orthopedic Institute recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $500, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $400 short. Doctors at Dhaka Orthopedic Institute told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $500 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 10 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 $400 goes: • Post-operative medication: $25 • Physiotherapy sessions: $50 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $240 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $65 • Travel and lodging for the family: $20 Thank you so much.