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

A scheduled laparoscopic cyst removal in March is out of reach without help covering $1,100 of the cost.

🇧🇷 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil361 views
Manoel Samuel Melo
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Campinas
In December I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Campinas University Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for March. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,550, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,100 short. Doctors at Campinas University Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,550 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $1,100 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $120 • Physiotherapy sessions: $120 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $860 Thank you for reading my story.
due date
2026-03-18
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Miguel Thiago CamposPhoto verified

    Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope April is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Campinas!

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