Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Crystal City, MO
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Post-Surgery Care in Crystal City, MO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Crystal City, about 0.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mercy Hospital South (19 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 Crystal City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Crystal City compared with Jefferson County and Missouri
| Census figure | Crystal City | Jefferson County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 24% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 3.7% | 6.6% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.0% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 9.3% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,516 | $57,683 | — |
Older residents in towns around Crystal City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festus, MO | 1.5 mi | 2,090 | 43% |
| Herculaneum, MO | 2.5 mi | 814 | 33% |
| Pevely, MO | 4.6 mi | 811 | 38% |
| Barnhart, MO | 8.0 mi | 659 | 38% |
| Imperial, MO | 9.0 mi | 649 | 37% |
| Hillsboro, MO | 10 mi | 393 | 36% |
Hospitals near Crystal City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Hospital Jefferson | Crystal City, MO | 0.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (636) 933-1000 |
| Mercy Hospital South | Saint Louis, MO | 19 mi | 2 of 5 | (314) 525-1000 |
| Ssm St Clare Health Center | Fenton, MO | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | (636) 496-2000 |
| Red Bud Regional Hospital | Red Bud, IL | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (618) 282-3831 |
Home health agencies serving Crystal City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evertrue Home Health | St. Louis, MO | 27 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 352-7889 |
| Elara Caring | Farmington, MO | 31 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 431-3956 |
| Aw Health Care | Saint Louis, MO | 31 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 726-5600 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Rolla, MO | 77 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (573) 341-3456 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri | Hillsboro, MO | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (636) 789-4715 |
| Cooperative Home Care, Inc | Saint Louis, MO | 28 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (314) 772-8585 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Crystal City. 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 Crystal City
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,043 monthly median income of Crystal City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid 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 Crystal City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Crystal City?
Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Crystal City, about 0.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Crystal City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (636) 933-1000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Crystal City?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Crystal City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Evertrue Home Health (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Aw Health Care (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Crystal City?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,043 monthly median income of Crystal City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Herculaneum, MO
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- Post-Surgery Care in Barnhart, MO
- Post-Surgery Care in Imperial, MO
- Post-Surgery Care in Hillsboro, MO
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Other care in Crystal City
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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