Post-Surgery Care in Pasco, WA: Help at Home After Surgery

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Pasco, WA: the local picture

1.4 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Pasco)

2

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

35%

of residents 65+ report a disability

7,871

residents 65 or older (9.9% of Pasco)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Lourdes Medical Center in Pasco, about 1.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Kadlec Regional Medical Center (8.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 2 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pasco. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Pasco compared with Washington

Census figure	Pasco	Washington
Residents 65+ with a disability	35%	33%
Residents 65 or older	9.9%	17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	21%	26%
Households with no vehicle	4.5%	7.1%
Residents 85 or older	0.6%	1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	11%	8.9%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$66,209	—

Older residents in towns around Pasco

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Kennewick, WA	5.4 mi	13,616	40%
Finley, WA	7.6 mi	1,115	39%
Burbank, WA	8.1 mi	446	25%
Richland, WA	8.4 mi	10,635	36%
West Richland, WA	13 mi	2,205	27%
Benton City, WA	17 mi	289	54%

Hospitals near Pasco

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Lourdes Medical Center	Pasco, WA	1.4 mi	3 of 5	(509) 546-2278
Kadlec Regional Medical Center	Richland, WA	8.0 mi	4 of 5	(509) 946-4611
Trios Health	Kennewick, WA	10 mi	2 of 5	(509) 586-6111
Good Shepherd Medical Center	Hermiston, OR	30 mi	not rated	(541) 667-3400

Home health agencies serving Pasco

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Columbia River Home Health	Kennewick, WA	4.4 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides	(509) 582-2273
Tri-Cities Home Health	Kennewick, WA	4.4 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy	(509) 783-1851

Straight-line miles from the center of Pasco. 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 Pasco

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $5,517 monthly median income of Pasco households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Pasco: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pasco?

Lourdes Medical Center in Pasco, about 1.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Pasco (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (509) 546-2278. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Pasco?

Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Pasco ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Columbia River Home Health (4.5 of 5), Tri-Cities Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Pasco?

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $5,517 monthly median income of Pasco households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Pasco, WA