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Delilah's knee replacement surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

After gallstones with repeated infections, Delilah was cleared for knee replacement surgery, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Delilah M. Hernandez
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Newport
In October I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Newport University Hospital recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for January. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,950, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,350 short. Doctors at Newport University Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,950 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a taxi driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $1,350 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $650 • Physiotherapy sessions: $370 • Post-operative medication: $330 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
due date
2025-01-08
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Dustin Reynolds

    You're not alone, Delilah. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My neighbor in Kanpur donated after I showed her your page. God bless.

    • Ricardo D. ValdezID verifiedPhoto verified

      You're not alone. This could happen to any of us. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care.

      • Anthony W. Rhodes

        Thanks for sharing this, Delilah. Hope the doctors have good news. Take care

        • Purvi F. Zaveri

          you're not alone. This could happen to any of us. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

          • Kiara F. Awasthi

            You're not alone, Delilah. Wishing Delilah a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings

            • Nafula Halima Kessy

              Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. After 20 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.

              • Anna W. Thompson

                Hope it all works out, Delilah. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Blessings.

                • Pooja Phadke

                  I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Newport.

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