Post-Surgery Home Care in Crownpoint, NM

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Crownpoint, NM: the local picture

7.3 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Crownpoint)

2

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Crownpoint ZIP codes in their service area

51%

of residents 65+ report a disability (51% in McKinley County)

306

residents 65 or older (11% of Crownpoint)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, about 7.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Gallup Indian Medical Center (37 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 2 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Crownpoint. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Crownpoint compared with McKinley County and New Mexico

Census figure	Crownpoint	McKinley County	New Mexico
Residents 65+ with a disability	51%	51%	38%
Residents 65 or older	11%	14%	19%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	25%	21%	30%
Households with no vehicle	6.7%	11%	5.6%
Residents 85 or older	0.9%	1.3%	2.0%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	27%	25%	13%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$51,346	$40,852	—

Older residents in towns around Crownpoint

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Gallup, NM	36 mi	3,019	41%
Grants, NM	44 mi	1,390	51%
Fort Defiance, AZ	51 mi	434	32%
Zuni Pueblo, NM	61 mi	878	54%
Lee Acres, NM	67 mi	960	45%

Hospitals near Crownpoint

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Crownpoint Healthcare Facility	Crownpoint, NM	7.3 mi	not rated	(505) 786-5291
Gallup Indian Medical Center	Gallup, NM	37 mi	2 of 5	(505) 722-1000
Rehoboth Mckinley Christian Health Care Services	Gallup, NM	37 mi	not rated	(505) 863-7000

Home health agencies serving Crownpoint

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
La Vita Bella Home Health, LLC	Rio Rancho, NM	89 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(505) 814-5386
Radiant Home Healthcare	Gallup, NM	37 mi	1.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, home health aides	(505) 722-9951

Straight-line miles from the center of Crownpoint. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Crownpoint

At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,279 monthly median income of Crownpoint households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Crownpoint: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Crownpoint?

Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, about 7.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Crownpoint (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (505) 786-5291. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Crownpoint?

Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Crownpoint ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include La Vita Bella Home Health, LLC (2.5 of 5), Radiant Home Healthcare (1.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Crownpoint?

At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,279 monthly median income of Crownpoint households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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.

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Crownpoint, NM