Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Annapolis, MD
Non-medical help at home in the days and weeks after surgery, a hospital stay or a fall, alongside any nursing or therapy a doctor orders. Post what you need in Annapolis for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Annapolis, MD: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Inc in Annapolis, about 2.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Luminis Health J Kent Mcnew Family Medical Center (2.7 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 13 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Annapolis. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Annapolis compared with Anne Arundel County and Maryland
| Census figure | Annapolis | Anne Arundel County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 25% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.4% | 4.1% | 8.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.8% | 6.5% | 9.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $98,967 | $92,094 | — |
Older residents in towns around Annapolis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naval Academy, MD | 1.5 mi | 50 | 10% |
| Annapolis Neck, MD | 2.5 mi | 2,833 | 18% |
| Parole, MD | 2.8 mi | 6,241 | 27% |
| Edgewater, MD | 3.3 mi | 1,763 | 28% |
| Mayo, MD | 4.7 mi | 1,307 | 25% |
| Arnold, MD | 4.9 mi | 3,699 | 23% |
Hospitals near Annapolis
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Inc | Annapolis, MD | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (443) 481-1000 |
| Luminis Health J Kent Mcnew Family Medical Center | Annapolis, MD | 2.7 mi | not rated | (443) 481-1000 |
| University Of Md Baltimore Washington Medical Center | Glen Burnie, MD | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (410) 595-1967 |
| University Of Md Capital Region Medical Center | Upper Marlboro, MD | 18 mi | 1 of 5 | (301) 618-2000 |
Home health agencies serving Annapolis
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbia, MD | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 997-5257 |
| Homecentris Home Health Ii | Owings Mills, MD | 35 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 321-8448 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Maryland LLC | Glen Burnie, MD | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 590-4926 |
| Phr Of Baltimore, Inc. | Baltimore, MD | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 368-2825 |
| Adoration Home Health Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | 27 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 235-1060 |
| Community Home Health Of Maryland | Towson, MD | 31 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 356-1600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Annapolis. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a post-surgery caregiver can help with
- Help getting in and out of bed, chairs and the shower
- Meals, fluids and medication reminders
- Rides to follow-up and therapy appointments
- Help with home exercises the therapist set
What post-surgery care costs in Annapolis
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,247 monthly median income of Annapolis households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a post-surgery caregiver
Medicare covers home health care after surgery when a doctor orders it and the person is homebound: part-time skilled nursing and therapy from a Medicare-certified agency. It does not cover round-the-clock help, or personal care when that is the only care needed (Medicare.gov).
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone after this kind of surgery? Are you comfortable with transfers, walkers and shower chairs? Can you start on the discharge date and cover the first nights? More in our post-surgery care guide.
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Post-Surgery Care in Annapolis: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Annapolis?
Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Inc in Annapolis, about 2.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Annapolis (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (443) 481-1000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Annapolis?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Annapolis ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Homecentris Home Health Ii (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Maryland LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Annapolis?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,247 monthly median income of Annapolis households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
How long do people usually need help after surgery?
It depends on the operation and the person. After a hip or knee replacement many people need daily help for a few weeks, and more at night in the first days. Ask the surgical team for an estimate and plan with some slack.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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