Post-Surgery Home Care in Hutchinson, KS

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Hutchinson, KS: the local picture

3.6 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Hutchinson)

12

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

34%

of residents 65+ report a disability (36% in Reno County)

6,963

residents 65 or older (18% of Hutchinson)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Inc in Hutchinson, about 3.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mercy Hospital, Inc (24 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 12 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Hutchinson. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Hutchinson compared with Reno County and Kansas

Census figure	Hutchinson	Reno County	Kansas
Residents 65+ with a disability	34%	36%	33%
Residents 65 or older	18%	21%	17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	40%	37%	30%
Households with no vehicle	4.8%	4.8%	5.1%
Residents 85 or older	2.8%	3.5%	2.0%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	12%	9.5%	8.8%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$45,206	$44,617	—

Older residents in towns around Hutchinson

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
South Hutchinson, KS	3.5 mi	784	62%
Halstead, KS	22 mi	554	40%
McPherson, KS	25 mi	2,315	27%
Lyons, KS	25 mi	565	41%
Hesston, KS	27 mi	1,030	42%
Cheney, KS	30 mi	410	34%

Hospitals near Hutchinson

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Inc	Hutchinson, KS	3.6 mi	2 of 5	(620) 665-2000
Mercy Hospital, Inc	Moundridge, KS	24 mi	not rated	(620) 345-6391
Hospital District #1 Of Rice County	Lyons, KS	24 mi	not rated	(620) 257-5173
Mcpherson Hospital	Mcpherson, KS	25 mi	2 of 5	(620) 241-2250

Home health agencies serving Hutchinson

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Wesley Healthcare At Home	Salina, KS	54 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(785) 825-8500
Traditions Health	Wichita, KS	43 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(316) 866-2929
Phoenix Home Care	Wichita, KS	43 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(316) 688-5511
Faith Home Health	Wichita, KS	45 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(316) 370-2116
Nmc Health Home Care	Newton, KS	31 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(316) 283-8220
Specialized Home Care	Wichita, KS	45 mi	4 of 5	—	(316) 941-9698

Straight-line miles from the center of Hutchinson. 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 Hutchinson

At the Kansas median aide wage of $15.03 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,303 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,767 monthly median income of Hutchinson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kansas'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 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 Hutchinson: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Hutchinson?

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Inc in Hutchinson, about 3.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Hutchinson (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (620) 665-2000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Hutchinson?

Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Hutchinson ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Wesley Healthcare At Home (5 of 5), Traditions Health (4.5 of 5), Phoenix Home Care (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Hutchinson?

At the Kansas median aide wage of $15.03 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,303 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,767 monthly median income of Hutchinson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kansas'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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