Spinal decompression surgery for Michael: covering what insurance won't

Michael was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in July. The surgeon at Epe General Hospital recommended spinal decompression surgery, and He is scheduled for November. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,500, and after what the government subsidy will pay we're still $750 short. my son has been in and out of Epe General Hospital since July. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,500 is more than we can find. While we wait, Michael struggles with daily life and can't lift anything heavy. 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 5 weeks. During that time Michael won't be able to lift anything heavy, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $750 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $320 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $220 • Travel and lodging for the family: $80 • Physiotherapy sessions: $85 If you're reading this, thank you.