Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Muleshoe, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Muleshoe, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Muleshoe Area Medical Center in Muleshoe, about 1.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Parmer County Community Hospital (29 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Muleshoe. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Muleshoe compared with Texas
| Census figure | Muleshoe | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $21,813 | — |
Older residents in towns around Muleshoe
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friona, TX | 28 mi | 875 | 36% |
| Clovis, NM | 30 mi | 4,888 | 48% |
| Littlefield, TX | 31 mi | 885 | 46% |
| Dimmitt, TX | 33 mi | 816 | 20% |
| Portales, NM | 36 mi | 1,462 | 55% |
| Hereford, TX | 45 mi | 1,773 | 29% |
Hospitals near Muleshoe
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muleshoe Area Medical Center | Muleshoe, TX | 1.4 mi | not rated | (806) 272-4524 |
| Parmer County Community Hospital | Friona, TX | 29 mi | not rated | (806) 250-2754 |
| Plains Regional Medical Center | Clovis, NM | 31 mi | 2 of 5 | (575) 769-6332 |
| Lamb Healthcare Center | Littlefield, TX | 32 mi | not rated | (806) 385-6411 |
Home health agencies serving Muleshoe
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beyondfaith Homecare & Rehab LLC | Lubbock, TX | 67 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 203-8200 |
| Compassion Home Health Care | Lubbock, TX | 69 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (806) 712-1110 |
| Accentcare Health | Lubbock, TX | 68 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (806) 791-2100 |
| Excelacare Home Health | Lubbock, TX | 69 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 791-0042 |
| Calvert Home Health Care, LLC | Lubbock, TX | 69 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 747-8972 |
| Bluebonnet Home Health & Hospice Company | Friona, TX | 29 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 247-0057 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Muleshoe. 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 Muleshoe
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 56% of the $1,818 monthly median income of Muleshoe 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 Muleshoe: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Muleshoe?
Muleshoe Area Medical Center in Muleshoe, about 1.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Muleshoe (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (806) 272-4524. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Muleshoe?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Muleshoe ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Beyondfaith Homecare & Rehab LLC (4.5 of 5), Compassion Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Accentcare Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Muleshoe?
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 56% of the $1,818 monthly median income of Muleshoe 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Littlefield, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Dimmitt, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Portales, NM
- Post-Surgery Care in Hereford, TX
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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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