Skip to content
HelpBLESS
Join free
Browse needsPeopleFeedDonationsHow it worksPost a needSign in
Bills & expensesMedical & healthCritical

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

After a hernia that has become strangulated, Salvatore was cleared for laparoscopic cyst removal, but the bill is more than we can manage.

🇮🇹 Italy5,009 views
Giulia Beatrice De Angelis
Email verified
Verona
Salvatore was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in October. The surgeon at Verona Orthopedic Institute recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and He is scheduled for December. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $8,250, and after what the public health scheme will pay we're still $4,950 short. my husband has been in and out of Verona Orthopedic Institute since October. The doctors say a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $8,250 is more than we can find. While we wait, Salvatore struggles with daily life and can't lift anything heavy. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 7 weeks. During that time Salvatore won't be able to lift anything heavy, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $4,950 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,450 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $2,450 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $340 • Post-operative medication: $320 • Physiotherapy sessions: $220 • Travel and lodging for the family: $170 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
due date
2026-01-23
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Giulia

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($2,600 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

Donations

RecentTop gifts
  • Wekesa Musyoka Urassa 🇹🇿 · $26
  • Silvia J. Velasco 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Brandon Vega 🇦🇺 · $10
  • Tamaki Risa Mori 🇯🇵 · $25
  • Jihan Kartika Sutanto 🇮🇩 · $20
  • Edgardo L. Perez 🇵🇭 · $10
  • Vikas J. Bhardwaj 🇮🇳 · $10
  • Moussa Alassane Seck 🇫🇷 · $25
  • Soledad F. González 🇺🇸 · $200
  • Bennett E. Grant 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇦🇺 · $10
  • Salim Byaruhanga Mbwambo 🇰🇪 · $25
  • Rosa D. Rojas 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Yanti Kirana Tampubolon 🇮🇩 · $25
  • Wunmi Funmilayo Igwe 🇳🇬 · $100
  • Shivam C. Sidhu 🇮🇳 · $18
  • Anonymous 🇩🇪 · $5
  • Hasan Tanvir Mia 🇬🇧 · $25
  • Njeri Mwanaisha Karanja 🇰🇪 · $5
  • Jocelyn L. Castro 🇵🇭 · $25

Reviews

2.5(13 reviews)

Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.

  • Dieter Daniel Schneider🇩🇪Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Adalynn L. Simpson🇺🇸Verified donor
    Outstanding person

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Ibrahim Zakaria Mebarek🇸🇦Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Kehinde Peace Chukwu🇳🇬Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Natalie Perkins🇨🇦Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Min-jun Min-jun Hong🇰🇷Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Benjamin K. Salvador🇦🇺Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Florence Eunice Rashidi🇺🇬Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Juliana Giovana Peixoto🇧🇷Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Lourdes F. Delgado🇺🇸Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Pedro Heitor Correia🇧🇷Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Chhaya K. Oberoi🇬🇧Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Álvaro M. Solís🇦🇷Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

Questions & comments

Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.

Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.

  • Mubashir Waseem SheikhQuestion

    is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Salvatore.

    • Giulia Beatrice De AngelisOwnerAnswer

      Surgeon and anesthesia fees is $1,450 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. I'll keep the page updated.

  • Gerard A. Higgins

    I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Huntsville this morning.

    • Zenaida B. Pangilinan

      I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Wish I lived closer to Bristol so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Madina.

      • Parker F. Pena

        Praying for you, Giulia. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Verona.

        $5,923 raised of $4,950

        Give

        More people who need help