Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital in San Antonio, about 11 mi away in a straight line, followed by Methodist Hospital Stone Oak (11 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 64 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Fair Oaks Ranch. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Fair Oaks Ranch compared with Bexar County and Texas
| Census figure | Fair Oaks Ranch | Bexar County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 40% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.2% | 6.4% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.9% | 13% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $121,136 | $56,300 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fair Oaks Ranch
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic Oaks, TX | 3.4 mi | 1,736 | 34% |
| Boerne, TX | 6.0 mi | 3,516 | 40% |
| Cross Mountain, TX | 6.9 mi | 452 | 45% |
| Timberwood Park, TX | 9.8 mi | 5,009 | 39% |
| Helotes, TX | 12 mi | 1,789 | 24% |
| Shavano Park, TX | 12 mi | 965 | 32% |
Hospitals near Fair Oaks Ranch
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital | San Antonio, TX | 11 mi | not rated | (210) 404-0800 |
| Methodist Hospital Stone Oak | San Antonio, TX | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | (210) 638-2101 |
| Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks | San Antonio, TX | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (210) 402-4092 |
| Foundation Surgical Hospital Of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 16 mi | not rated | (210) 478-5400 |
Home health agencies serving Fair Oaks Ranch
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | San Antonio, TX | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 877-5222 |
| Elara Caring | San Antonio, TX | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (210) 342-9922 |
| Comprehensive Home Health Inc | San Antonio, TX | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (210) 614-0200 |
| Beyondfaith Homecare & Rehab San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 900-3640 |
| Methodist Healthcare At Home | San Antonio, TX | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 248-3081 |
| Adoration Home Health | San Antonio, TX | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (830) 216-7111 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fair Oaks Ranch. 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 Fair Oaks Ranch
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 10% of the $10,095 monthly median income of Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Fair Oaks Ranch?
South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital in San Antonio, about 11 mi in a straight line from the center of Fair Oaks Ranch (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (210) 404-0800. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Fair Oaks Ranch?
Medicare lists 64 certified agencies whose service area includes Fair Oaks Ranch ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. (5 of 5), Elara Caring (5 of 5), Comprehensive Home Health Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Fair Oaks Ranch?
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 10% of the $10,095 monthly median income of Fair Oaks Ranch 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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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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