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Juan's a craniotomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

After an aortic valve defect, Juan was cleared for a craniotomy, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Juan T. Ibáñez
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San Diego
In June I was diagnosed with an aortic valve defect. My surgeon at San Diego General Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $8,500, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $6,700 short. Doctors at San Diego General Hospital told me an aortic valve defect will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $8,500 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 3 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 $6,700 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $1,000 • Travel and lodging for the family: $310 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $2,950 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,150 • Post-operative medication: $290 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
due date
2025-08-20
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

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  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($524 in total) we've started the first stage. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Tatiana Andreev

    Thinking of you, Juan. Wishing Juan a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together. Blessings

    • Rajesh L. Sastry

      Take care, Juan. I hope things turn around soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

      • Malin Emilia Lundberg

        So sorry you're going through this, Juan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Bandung.

        • Yuri Nikolai Medvedev

          Hang in there, Juan. I hope things turn around soon. God bless.

          • Laura Léa Charles

            Thinking of you, Juan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

            • Thandi G. ZuluAddress verified

              Sending love, Juan. Your post was clear and honest.

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