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

Tracey was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in August. The surgeon at Gqeberha General Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and She is scheduled for October. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,050, and after what the public health scheme will pay we're still $800 short. my mother has been in and out of Gqeberha General Hospital since August. 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 $1,050 is more than we can find. While we wait, Tracey struggles with daily life and can't look after the children alone. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 7 weeks. During that time Tracey won't be able to look after the children alone, so the costs keep growing. 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 $800 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $140 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $550 • Travel and lodging for the family: $110 Glad we found this place.