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

After a torn ligament that needs reconstruction, Vikas was cleared for laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Vikas Patel
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Nashik
In August I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Nashik Community 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 $2,100, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,250 short. Doctors at Nashik Community Hospital told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,100 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 7 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $1,250 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $430 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $550 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $55 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Physiotherapy sessions: $130 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
due date
2026-12-14
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($282 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Quick update: $543 raised so far (43%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Karanja Omondi Maina

    Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Depok donated after I showed her your page

    • Aria W. ReedQuestion

      Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Nashik!

      • Gbenga Kingsley Yusuf

        I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Nashik.

        • Udom Thanawat Vongsa

          wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. Love from London.

          • Jihan Okta Gozali

            This could happen to any of us. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Take care.

            • Shawn D. Zimmerman

              You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from San Jose.

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