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

In August I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Joliet General 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 $11,250, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $7,900 short. Doctors at Joliet General Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $11,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant 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 work a full shift 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 $7,900 goes: • Hospital stay (2 nights): $3,250 • Post-operative medication: $390 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $440 • Physiotherapy sessions: $300 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,520 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.