Hip replacement surgery for Francisco: covering what insurance won't

In July I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Cali Community Hospital recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,400, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $1,450 short. Doctors at Cali Community Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,400 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 5 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help 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 $1,450 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $630 • Physiotherapy sessions: $130 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $690 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Francisco