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

In August I was diagnosed with an aortic valve defect. My surgeon at Rohini University Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,400, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $700 short. Doctors at Rohini University Hospital told me an aortic valve defect will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,400 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a security guard have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to drive during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. 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 $700 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $320 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $85 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $235 With deep gratitude, Swetha