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

Matthew needs valve repair surgery at Saint Elizabeth Hospital and the family is $3,200 short of the hospital's estimate.

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Matthew D. Duran
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Fresno
In July I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Saint Elizabeth Hospital recommended valve repair surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,550, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $3,200 short. Doctors at Saint Elizabeth Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without valve repair surgery. I work as a care assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,550 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a care assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help 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 $3,200 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $740 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,700 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $400 • Travel and lodging for the family: $360 Glad we found this place.
due date
2025-10-08
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Matthew

  1. Quick update: $1,868 raised so far (58%). I met with the hospital and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Update from Fresno: I met with the hospital and confirmed the amounts. We're at 26% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Gabriele Mario Milani

    So sorry you're going through this, Matthew. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Greetings from Colombo

    • Shaista Nimra Qureshi

      Hope it all works out. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Hubballi so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Hanoi

      • Mercedes H. VillalobosPhoto verified

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

        • Juan D. Pangilinan

          Praying for you, Matthew. Your post was clear and honest. Take care.

          • Maya B. Rogers

            So sorry you're going through this. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. We're a small family in Gatineau but we're thinking of you

            $3,625 raised of $3,200

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