Surgery fund for Eva: knee replacement surgery in Fresno

In July I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Fresno Orthopedic Institute recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $13,000, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $7,850 short. Doctors at Fresno Orthopedic Institute 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 $13,000 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 4 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 $7,850 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,350 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $2,700 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $420 • Post-operative medication: $175 • Physiotherapy sessions: $720 • Travel and lodging for the family: $485 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Eva