The first step in fund raising is assessing how much money you need to raise. Call your patient financial representative. Ask him or her for ballpark figures of what insurance is expected to cover and what might not be covered. Call your social worker. Ask for estimates on the cost of housing, parking and meals.
Some transplants require relocation prior to surgery.
If you will be coming by air or ground ambulance on the day of your transplant, call the company responsible for providing this transportation. Ask about their costs and how much they anticipate will be covered by insurance. Talk to your coordinator about the frequency of visits after transplant. Budget for these trips to The Transplant Center. Add these figures together for a conservative estimate of the funds needed.