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Laparoscopic cyst removal for Cristiane: covering what insurance won't

Cristiane needs laparoscopic cyst removal at Niterói Orthopedic Institute and the family is $1,000 short of the hospital's estimate.

🇧🇷 24033-005, Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil1,264 views
Cristiane Mariana Mendes
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Niterói
In July I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Niterói Orthopedic Institute recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,250, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Niterói Orthopedic Institute told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a taxi driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 8 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 $1,000 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $95 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $110 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $795 With deep gratitude, Cristiane
due date
2026-09-22
bill type
Hospital invoice
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