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Open heart surgery on an infant?
What are the costs of an open heart surgery on an infant in America.. I am trying to sponsor a child that needs to have this surgery done because they can not do it in the country that this child is from.. I know that my insurance will not cover him * 5 month old boy * is there a free clinic around that would operate on him and where can i go for help regarding this matter.. I am desperate.
Public Comments
- I'm not sure of the costs, I doubt their would be a free clinic but I just want to say that no matter what the cost I hope that you find a way to go ahead with it, If only all parents with this sort of crisis had an angel like you, congratulations. Truly a special person. That child and parents will never forget you for saving the babies life. All my love and gratitude for people like you, good luck. I hope karma returns the favour someday
- Did you start calling ped cardiology offices? That's the only thing I can think of..My nephew had one done about ten years ago, so there is no help with pricing there, plus they were in the military and it was covered.
- I would call some prominent children's charities and see if they have any programs for pulling together the donated/free services of surgeons and children's hospitals. Out of pocket, without health insurance, the cost would be astronomical.
