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

In August I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at San Francisco Regional Medical Center recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,750, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $2,850 short. Doctors at San Francisco Regional Medical Center told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,750 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to drive during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $2,850 goes: • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,550 • Post-operative medication: $300 • Travel and lodging for the family: $220 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $780 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.