Laparoscopic endometriosis surgery for Pedro: covering what insurance won't

In May I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Cali General Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $470, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $350 short. Doctors at Cali General Hospital told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a hotel cleaner, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $470 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a hotel cleaner have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs 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 $350 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $65 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $175 • Post-operative medication: $110 Every share and every dollar helps.