Help Jose pay for ACL reconstruction at San Diego University Hospital

Jose was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in May. The surgeon at San Diego University Hospital recommended ACL reconstruction, and He is scheduled for August. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $9,750, and after what my employer's plan will pay we're still $6,900 short. my brother has been in and out of San Diego University Hospital since May. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without ACL reconstruction. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $9,750 is more than we can find. While we wait, Jose struggles with daily life and can't drive. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Recovery is expected to take about 7 weeks. During that time Jose won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $6,900 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $260 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $2,150 • Travel and lodging for the family: $150 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $4,000 • Post-operative medication: $340 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Cherry