Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Fresno, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Fresno, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital in Sugar Land, about 8.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital (8.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 126 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Fresno. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Fresno compared with Fort Bend County and Texas
| Census figure | Fresno | Fort Bend County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 28% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.0% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 12% | 15% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.3% | 3.2% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 9.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,119 | $78,465 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fresno
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sienna, TX | 4.3 mi | 2,146 | 19% |
| Missouri City, TX | 4.4 mi | 13,050 | 27% |
| Iowa Colony, TX | 7.2 mi | 1,005 | 31% |
| Manvel, TX | 7.3 mi | 1,416 | 38% |
| Stafford, TX | 8.4 mi | 1,870 | 37% |
| Pearland, TX | 8.8 mi | 15,739 | 33% |
Hospitals near Fresno
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital | Sugar Land, TX | 8.8 mi | 5 of 5 | (281) 274-8000 |
| Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital | Sugar Land, TX | 8.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (281) 725-5000 |
| Sugar Land Surgical Hospital Llp | Sugar Land, TX | 8.8 mi | not rated | (281) 243-1000 |
| St Michaels Medical Hospital LLC | Sugar Land, TX | 8.8 mi | not rated | (281) 980-4357 |
Home health agencies serving Fresno
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra-Care Home Health Inc | Houston, TX | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 270-1160 |
| Providian Health Care Inc | Houston, TX | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (281) 997-6272 |
| Tawl Health Care Inc | Houston, TX | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 777-9171 |
| All About Home Care, Inc. | Houston, TX | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (713) 802-1211 |
| Elara Caring | Pasadena, TX | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 780-2390 |
| Mynurse Home Care Inc | Angleton, TX | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 436-0999 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fresno. 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 Fresno
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 19% of the $5,343 monthly median income of Fresno 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 Fresno: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Fresno?
Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital in Sugar Land, about 8.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Fresno (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (281) 274-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Fresno?
Medicare lists 126 certified agencies whose service area includes Fresno ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Xtra-Care Home Health Inc (5 of 5), Providian Health Care Inc (5 of 5), Tawl Health Care Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Fresno?
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 19% of the $5,343 monthly median income of Fresno 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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