Appendicitis is swelling (inflammation) of the appendix. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the large intestine. Appendicitis is a very common cause of emergency surgery. The problem most often occurs when the appendix becomes blocked by feces, a foreign object, or rarely, a tumor.
$92.43. * Effective September, 1, 2013, the amounts above are the minimum amounts that a child-placing agency must reimburse its foster families for clients receiving services under a contract with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Foster parents receive a ââmonthly subsidy to help pay for the additional costs it takes to care for an extra child. Most foster families say that the amount is barely enough to cover expenses. The state also provides a medical card for the child's doctor, dental, and vision needs.