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Help me pay for a craniotomy at San Jose University Hospital

After a hernia that has become strangulated, Dennis was cleared for a craniotomy, but the bill is more than we can manage.

🇺🇸 San Jose, California, United States6,321 views
Dennis McDaniel
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San Jose
In September I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at San Jose University Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $7,500, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $5,600 short. Doctors at San Jose University Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a restaurant cook, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $7,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a restaurant cook have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $5,600 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,650 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,500 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $260 • Post-operative medication: $220 • Physiotherapy sessions: $650 • Travel and lodging for the family: $320 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-11-22
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Luna K. Wagner

    Thinking of you and your family, Dennis. Shared it with a few friends. God bless.

    • Rashed Jahid BosePhoto verified

      thinking of you and your family. Hope this works out for you. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings

      • Veronica Bianchi

        take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My neighbor in Lalitpur donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of San Jose.

        • Bambang Satria Wibowo

          Sending love, Dennis. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together.

          • Yogesh K. Bhosale

            sending love, Dennis. Wishing Dennis a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too

            • Gauri K. Mehta

              Sending strength, Dennis. This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Nashik but we're thinking of you. Love from Nashik.

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