Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Harker Heights, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Harker Heights, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Adventhealth Central Texas in Killeen, about 2.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Seton Medical Center Harker Heights (2.7 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 23 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Harker Heights. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Harker Heights compared with Bell County and Texas
| Census figure | Harker Heights | Bell County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 10% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.2% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $65,947 | $54,865 | — |
Older residents in towns around Harker Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nolanville, TX | 2.6 mi | 682 | 45% |
| Killeen, TX | 5.4 mi | 13,315 | 40% |
| Belton, TX | 9.8 mi | 3,379 | 36% |
| Fort Hood, TX | 10.0 mi | 224 | 38% |
| Morgan's Point Resort, TX | 13 mi | 652 | 39% |
| Temple, TX | 15 mi | 13,547 | 39% |
Hospitals near Harker Heights
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Central Texas | Killeen, TX | 2.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (254) 526-7523 |
| Seton Medical Center Harker Heights | Harker Heights, TX | 2.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (254) 690-0900 |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple | Temple, TX | 9.1 mi | 5 of 5 | (254) 724-2111 |
| Darnall Amc (Ft Cavazos) | Fort Cavazos, TX | 9.5 mi | not rated | (254) 288-8000 |
Home health agencies serving Harker Heights
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradigm Home Health | Whitney, TX | 66 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (254) 694-1447 |
| Texmed Home Health Inc | Killeen, TX | 6.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (254) 526-8188 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Temple, TX | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (254) 778-6334 |
| Gilead Home Health | Round Rock, TX | 38 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 323-5858 |
| Elara Caring | Round Rock, TX | 38 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 733-1515 |
| Amedisys Home Health | San Antonio, TX | 117 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 558-9606 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Harker Heights. 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 Harker Heights
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 18% of the $5,496 monthly median income of Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Harker Heights?
Adventhealth Central Texas in Killeen, about 2.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Harker Heights (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (254) 526-7523. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Harker Heights?
Medicare lists 23 certified agencies whose service area includes Harker Heights ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Paradigm Home Health (5 of 5), Texmed Home Health Inc (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Harker Heights?
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 18% of the $5,496 monthly median income of Harker Heights 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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