Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Cotulla, TX
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 Cotulla for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Cotulla, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Frio Regional Hospital in Pearsall, about 33 mi away in a straight line, followed by Dimmit Regional Hospital (39 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Cotulla. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Cotulla compared with La Salle County and Texas
| Census figure | Cotulla | La Salle County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 27% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 16% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 14% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 7.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 23% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,464 | $50,219 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cotulla
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dilley, TX | 16 mi | 419 | 44% |
| Pearsall, TX | 33 mi | 1,070 | 71% |
| Carrizo Springs, TX | 38 mi | 699 | 65% |
| Crystal City, TX | 40 mi | 1,024 | 49% |
| Devine, TX | 53 mi | 1,156 | 60% |
| Jourdanton, TX | 54 mi | 466 | 38% |
Hospitals near Cotulla
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frio Regional Hospital | Pearsall, TX | 33 mi | not rated | (830) 334-3617 |
| Dimmit Regional Hospital | Carrizo Springs, TX | 39 mi | not rated | (830) 876-2424 |
Home health agencies serving Cotulla
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspira Home Health Services | Laredo, TX | 63 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 857-5900 |
| American Medical Home Health Services - San Antonio LLC | San Antonio, TX | 81 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 735-6225 |
| Elite Home Health | Jourdanton, TX | 53 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (830) 281-8136 |
| St Isabel Home Health Inc | Eagle Pass, TX | 78 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (830) 776-5602 |
| Home Care Providers Of Texas | Dallas, TX | 343 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 735-0801 |
| Torres Home Health Services, Lc | Laredo, TX | 63 mi | 1.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 712-3579 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cotulla. 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 Cotulla
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,455 monthly median income of Cotulla households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family 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 Cotulla: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cotulla?
Frio Regional Hospital in Pearsall, about 33 mi in a straight line from the center of Cotulla (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (830) 334-3617. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Cotulla?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Cotulla ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Inspira Home Health Services (4.5 of 5), American Medical Home Health Services - San Antonio LLC (4.5 of 5), Elite Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Cotulla?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,455 monthly median income of Cotulla households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Devine, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Jourdanton, TX
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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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