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I have to pay for a surgery?!?

Discussion in 'Physical & Sexual Health' started by GayNurse95, Nov 7, 2014.

  1. GayNurse95

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    Hi, im 19 years old and I have to get my gallbladder out because its causing so much pain. My parents aren't supportive of me, even after many doctors confirmed I need this. I have insurance, but From estiments, I need to pay $2,000!
    I can't afford it and I am still struggling to pay a hospital bill for severe depression.
    I really need help with this and I don't know what to do and how I'll pay these off.
     
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    Could you ask your parents to loan you the money? This is disgraceful. I'm sorry but the US healthcare is a nightmare, in my opinion.
     
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    They refuse to help.
     
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    You don't need to pay it all at once. Certain laws exist that protect patients from paying interest etc. You can pay it off slowly over time. I too have had large medical bills after insurance kicked in for surgeries. I worked with the debt collection people and paid them all off eventually. You'll be okay.