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#85 Homer’s Triple Bypass
Season 4, Episode 13 (Guide from the Simpsons Archive)
Homer is experiencing chest pains due to his clogged arteries, and Marge is trying to improve his eating habits. However, being fired by Mr. Burns induces a heart attack. Dr. Hibbert says that Homer needs surgery, but the Simpsons lack insurance and the funds to pay for it. As they despair over how to get the needed money, they see an ad on television for Dr. Nick Riviera, who will perform any surgery for $129.95. Unfortunately, he’s under investigation for gross incompetence. However, with a little help from Lisa, he manages to successfully perform the surgery. Memorable moments include the Springfield version of Cops, the hospital waiting room, Dr. Hibbert abusing Homer, Dr. Nick Riviera (pretty much everything involving him), visitations with Homer in the hospital (especially his instructions to Marge on what to do in the event of his death), and the “people who look like things” television show.