Valve repair surgery for Herman: covering what insurance won't

In May I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Saint Mary Hospital recommended valve repair surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,650, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,150 short. Doctors at Saint Mary Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without valve repair surgery. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,650 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a market vendor have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $1,150 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $470 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $360 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $75 • Post-operative medication: $65 • Physiotherapy sessions: $90 • Travel and lodging for the family: $90 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.