Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Black River Falls, WI
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Post-Surgery Care in Black River Falls, WI: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Black River Memorial Hospital in Black River Falls, about 0.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville (21 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Black River Falls. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Black River Falls compared with Jackson County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Black River Falls | Jackson County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 29% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 46% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.3% | 5.8% | 6.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.2% | 12% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,948 | $50,032 | — |
Older residents in towns around Black River Falls
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparta, WI | 25 mi | 1,636 | 26% |
| Tomah, WI | 27 mi | 1,987 | 47% |
| West Salem, WI | 30 mi | 975 | 29% |
| Holmen, WI | 31 mi | 1,556 | 39% |
| Arcadia, WI | 32 mi | 378 | 27% |
| Onalaska, WI | 33 mi | 3,955 | 36% |
Hospitals near Black River Falls
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Memorial Hospital | Black River Falls, WI | 0.6 mi | not rated | (715) 284-5361 |
| Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville | Neillsville, WI | 21 mi | not rated | (715) 743-3101 |
| Gundersen Tri-County Hospital & Clinics | Whitehall, WI | 24 mi | not rated | (715) 538-4361 |
| Mayo Clinic Hlth Systm Franciscan Hlthcare Sparta | Sparta, WI | 24 mi | not rated | (608) 269-2132 |
Home health agencies serving Black River Falls
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveanna Home Health | La Crosse, WI | 39 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (608) 406-3140 |
| Lakeland Home Healthcare | Chippewa Falls, WI | 52 mi | 3 of 5 | — | (715) 239-2075 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Western Wisconsin | Hudson, WI | 104 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (715) 377-9617 |
| International Quality Homecare | Rochester, MN | 83 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (888) 995-4742 |
| Moore Genuine Care | Augusta, WI | 31 mi | not rated | nursing, home health aides | (715) 286-2734 |
| International Quality Homecare Of Wisconsin, LLC | Stevens Point, WI | 68 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (507) 252-8117 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Black River Falls. 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 Black River Falls
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,579 monthly median income of Black River Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Black River Falls: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Black River Falls?
Black River Memorial Hospital in Black River Falls, about 0.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Black River Falls (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (715) 284-5361. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Black River Falls?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Black River Falls ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aveanna Home Health (5 of 5), Lakeland Home Healthcare (3 of 5), Interim Healthcare Of Western Wisconsin (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Black River Falls?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,579 monthly median income of Black River Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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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