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

In March I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Saint Catherine Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for July. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $12,000, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $6,050 short. Doctors at Saint Catherine Hospital told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a school bus driver, 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 school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 10 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. 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: $2,050 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $2,350 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $660 • Post-operative medication: $160 • Physiotherapy sessions: $420 • Travel and lodging for the family: $410 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Sofía