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Laparoscopic cyst removal for Dolores: covering what insurance won't
A scheduled laparoscopic cyst removal in November is out of reach without help covering $3,150 of the cost.
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In August I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Houston Orthopedic Institute recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $3,950, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $3,150 short.
Doctors at Houston Orthopedic Institute told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $3,950 is far beyond what I've.
Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk.
The recovery period is expected to take about 12 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 $3,150 goes:
• Hospital stay (5 nights): $1,500
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $550
• Travel and lodging for the family: $165
• Physiotherapy sessions: $750
• Post-operative medication: $185
Thanks for being kind about this.
- due date
- 2026-11-27
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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Sending good thoughts. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Laredo but we're thinking of you. God bless
Hang in there. Get well soon. Don't give up. Love from Dwarka
Best of luck, Dolores. It takes guts to ask. Well done. It's not much but it's yours.