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

In November I was diagnosed with a cleft palate needing repair. My surgeon at Saint Francis Hospital recommended valve repair surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for March. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,050, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $750 short. Doctors at Saint Francis Hospital told me a cleft palate needing repair will get worse without valve repair surgery. I work as a school bus driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,050 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $750 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $370 • Physiotherapy sessions: $65 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $255 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.