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

Teresa needs palate reconstruction surgery at Guadalupe General Hospital and the family is $1,000 short of the hospital's estimate.

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Teresa P. Salazar
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Guadalupe
In April I was diagnosed with a cleft palate needing repair. My surgeon at Guadalupe General Hospital recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,450, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Guadalupe General Hospital told me a cleft palate needing repair will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,450 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 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 $1,000 goes: • Hospital stay (4 nights): $830 • Travel and lodging for the family: $90 • Post-operative medication: $80 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2026-07-04
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Teresa

  1. Thank you all. We're at 16% now ($160). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($135 in total) I met with the hospital and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Update from Guadalupe: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 13% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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Reviews

4.0(4 reviews)

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  • Juliana Giovana Peixoto🇧🇷Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    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.

  • Muhammad Haider Awan🇵🇰Verified donor
    Honest and trustworthy

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Jack Mason🇺🇸Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Honest and trustworthy

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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  • Greta AlbrechtAddress verifiedVerified organization

    Keep going, Teresa. Hope this works out for you. Blessings

    • Myra F. RandhawaPhoto verified

      Hope it all works out. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

      • Simon Jürgen Lang

        I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 16 people at work.

        • Élodie Agnès Dupuis

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

          • Svetlana Marina Davydov

            Take care, Teresa. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Thinking of Guadalupe.

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