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Palate reconstruction surgery for Ashok: covering what insurance won't

Ashok needs palate reconstruction surgery at Pune Regional Medical Center and the family is $900 short of the hospital's estimate.

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Sunita D. Meena
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Pune
Ashok was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor in August. The surgeon at Pune Regional Medical Center recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and He is scheduled for November. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,200, and after what my employer's plan will pay we're still $900 short. my brother has been in and out of Pune Regional Medical Center since August. The doctors say a benign brain tumor will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,200 is more than we can find. While we wait, Ashok struggles with daily life and can't climb stairs. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 6 weeks. During that time Ashok won't be able to climb stairs, so the costs keep growing. 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 $900 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $350 • Physiotherapy sessions: $85 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $405 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Sunita
due date
2024-11-21
bill type
Hospital invoice

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    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Mahesh D. TripathiPhoto verified

    Thinking of you and your family, Sunita. Wishing Ashok a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

    • Jumoke Ngozika RajiPhoto verified

      Sending love, Sunita. Hope the doctors have good news. Blessings.

      • Wishing you the best, Sunita. I hope things turn around soon. We're a small family in Cleveland but we're thinking of you. Blessings

        • Hope things get better soon, Sunita. Wishing Ashok a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.

          • thinking of you, Sunita. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Pune.

            • best of luck, Sunita. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. God bless

              • Sending good thoughts, Sunita. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                • Rooting for you, Sunita. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Hubballi

                  • Good luck. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 9 years ago and strangers helped me out.

                    • hope things get better soon, Sunita. I hope things turn around soon.

                      • Thinking of you and your family, Sunita. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

                        • Fadi Salim BadawiPhoto verified

                          Thanks for sharing this, Sunita. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Noida donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Noida.

                          • Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope December is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Pune

                            • Sending love, Sunita. Hope you get there. My neighbor in Munich donated after I showed her your page

                              • So sorry you're going through this. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Bekasi so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Saket.

                                • Jasmine HenryPhoto verified

                                  thanks for sharing this, Sunita. Wishing Ashok a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Jakarta Selatan.

                                  • Best of luck, Sunita. Shared this with my family. God bless.

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