Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Kingsville, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Kingsville, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg in Kingsville, about 6.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Christus Spohn Hospital Alice (21 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 42 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Kingsville. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Kingsville compared with Texas
| Census figure | Kingsville | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.5% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 20% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $52,550 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kingsville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop, TX | 6.5 mi | 740 | 36% |
| Alice, TX | 21 mi | 3,158 | 38% |
| Robstown, TX | 23 mi | 2,224 | 38% |
| Falfurrias, TX | 26 mi | 850 | 48% |
| San Diego, TX | 29 mi | 487 | 65% |
| Mathis, TX | 40 mi | 752 | 73% |
Hospitals near Kingsville
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg | Kingsville, TX | 6.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (361) 595-1661 |
| Christus Spohn Hospital Alice | Alice, TX | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | (361) 661-8016 |
| Corpus Christi Medical Center,The | Corpus Christi, TX | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | (361) 761-1501 |
| Driscoll Childrens Hospital | Corpus Christi, TX | 33 mi | not rated | (361) 739-4846 |
Home health agencies serving Kingsville
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Bright Home Health Inc | Corpus Christi, TX | 32 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (361) 986-1102 |
| Choice Health At Home | Corpus Christi, TX | 33 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (361) 933-0101 |
| Home Therapy Austin | Austin, TX | 196 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 637-1550 |
| American Medical Home Health Services | Corpus Christi, TX | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (361) 887-9760 |
| Pam Health At Home | Buda, TX | 178 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 295-7000 |
| UT Health East Texas Home Health Services | Pittsburg, TX | 415 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 887-3556 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kingsville. 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 Kingsville
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 23% of the $4,379 monthly median income of Kingsville 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 Kingsville: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Kingsville?
Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg in Kingsville, about 6.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Kingsville (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (361) 595-1661. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Kingsville?
Medicare lists 42 certified agencies whose service area includes Kingsville ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Angel Bright Home Health Inc (5 of 5), Choice Health At Home (4.5 of 5), Home Therapy Austin (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Kingsville?
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 23% of the $4,379 monthly median income of Kingsville 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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