Case #1: This patient has Cystic Fibrosis, is seen in the clinic frequently, and has experienced six hospitalizations within the last year for their condition. The family’s natural gas was disconnected a few months ago due to large winter bills. The gas is used for their water heater, laundry, cooking, and heat. The family now faces a bill of $1,276.50 to get the gas turned back on and catch up on the bill.
Total asked: $1,276.50 APPROVED
Case #2: This patient is emancipated and works full-time to support themselves. However, they recently had surgery that required a wound vac and total care until they fully recovered, leaving them out of work for several weeks. They request assistance with their rent and gas for one month to offset this hospitalization. The rent payment is $206, and the gas payment is $47.53, totaling a request of $253.53.
Total asked: $253.53 APPROVED
