I pulled her into my arms.
“Oh, sweetheart.”
She began sobbing against my shoulder.
I held her until Dr. Raman returned.
The doctor explained that the surgical team was reviewing the scans. They wanted to monitor Sadie’s condition closely and make a decision about the safest treatment.
I signed the necessary consent forms.
When I asked about insurance, the hospital’s financial counselor checked the information we had provided.
Then she returned with an expression of concern.
“Mrs. Dunleavy, there’s something we need to clarify about your coverage.”
My stomach tightened.
“What?”
“According to the system, your family policy was terminated several weeks ago.”
I stared at her.
“That’s impossible. My husband handles the insurance. He told me it was paid through the end of the year.”
She looked at the screen again.
“The last premium payment was reversed. The policy was canceled after the grace period.”
I felt my knees weaken.
