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Hello friends,

My name is Eden and I am a transmasculine person trying to raise money for gender-affirming top surgery for this summer (2021) before my insurance expires. I have known I was trans since I was about 13 and learned about transgender people, and I socially transitioned in freshman year of high school. I have been on testosterone for about two and a half years, since I was 18, and now need your help with next steps towards easing my dysphoria and affirming my identity.

I am paying out-of-pocket for my surgery because the top surgeon capable of performing keyhole surgery in my area does not accept insurance, and because my student health insurance does not adequately cover the cost of top surgery regardless of the surgeon I choose. My insurance may or may not reimburse me for up to 70% of the first incision; pre-authorization is required and it is largely up to their discretion.

The out-of-pocket cost for my top surgery in total is $8,950. This includes $6,700 for the actual procedure, $800 for the anesthesia, and $2,200 for the facility fees. Since I am scheduling my top surgery during pride month, I receive a $750 overall discount. A 10% deposit ($895) is required to secure my surgery as the current cost before the end of June. I am hoping to raise enough to get my surgery this summer so that I have a chance of being partially reimbursed by my insurance before it expires in August; the reimbursement will go towards the recovery process and educational expenses incurred. I have already had my consultation ($100) and have received psychiatric documentation of this being a medically necessary procedure.  I am unable to put the cost on a medical credit card such as CareCredit because I do not meet the income requirements; I am unable to ask my family for help either.

I am a chronically ill student, so I cannot work the hours necessary to save up enough for top surgery. I have been trying to do so for years to no avail, so I appreciate any help whatsoever. The money I’ve raised will go directly towards the out-of-pocket cost of the surgery and related expenses, as well as the recovery process. I will update this fundraiser with more information as necessary. Thank you to everyone for your support. You have my gratitude and love.

hi, on top of everything else going on with academic costs, etc. I need to get my top surgery this summer to deal with my debilitating dysphoria before my insurance expires in august and could use a ton of help! I can make art for you, read your fortune, whatever, but please boost this and donate if you can, even a dollar helps! thank you.

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