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Laparoscopic cyst removal for Thomas: covering what insurance won't
Thomas needs laparoscopic cyst removal at Los Angeles Community Hospital and the family is $6,050 short of the hospital's estimate.
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States2,638 views
In August I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Los Angeles Community Hospital 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 $12,000, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $6,050 short.
Doctors at Los Angeles Community Hospital told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a care assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $12,000 is far beyond what I've.
Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a care assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk.
The recovery period is expected to take about 3 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 $6,050 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,500
• Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,500
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $290
• Post-operative medication: $270
• Physiotherapy sessions: $350
• Travel and lodging for the family: $140
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-11-24
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
Updates from Thomas
Quick update: $936 raised so far (15%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Thinking of you and your family. I hope things turn around soon. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Take care
stay strong. Wishing Thomas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Greetings from Mumbai.
Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Kyiv this morning. All the best.
You're not alone, Thomas. Shared this with my family
Take care. Shared this with my family. Love from Chiang Mai.