Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Pittsburgh, PA
Non-medical help at home in the days and weeks after surgery, a hospital stay or a fall, alongside any nursing or therapy a doctor orders. Post what you need in Pittsburgh for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Pittsburgh, PA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Upmc Mercy in Pittsburgh, about 0.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Allegheny General Hospital (1.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 51 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pittsburgh. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Pittsburgh compared with Allegheny County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Pittsburgh | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 31% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 34% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 12% | 10% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 10% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,341 | $54,654 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pittsburgh
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Oliver, PA | 2.0 mi | 278 | 37% |
| Millvale, PA | 2.9 mi | 479 | 36% |
| Etna, PA | 4.1 mi | 672 | 36% |
| Homestead, PA | 4.1 mi | 719 | 50% |
| Baldwin, PA | 4.4 mi | 4,759 | 31% |
| Green Tree, PA | 4.4 mi | 1,191 | 37% |
Hospitals near Pittsburgh
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Mercy | Pittsburgh, PA | 0.4 mi | 4 of 5 | (412) 232-8111 |
| Allegheny General Hospital | Pittsburgh, PA | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (412) 359-3131 |
| Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System | Pittsburgh, PA | 1.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (412) 641-4010 |
| Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside | Pittsburgh, PA | 1.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (412) 647-2345 |
Home health agencies serving Pittsburgh
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Association Of Aging | Pittsburgh, PA | 3.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 586-3249 |
| Medi Home Health Agency Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | 8.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 242-8540 |
| Vainshtein Nursing Corporation | Wexford, PA | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 378-2022 |
| Care Plus Home Health Services, Inc | Washington, PA | 24 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (724) 225-2444 |
| Community Care, Inc | New Stanton, PA | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 830-9918 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Butler, PA | 31 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (724) 284-4663 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,778 monthly median income of Pittsburgh households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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.
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 Pittsburgh: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pittsburgh?
Upmc Mercy in Pittsburgh, about 0.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Pittsburgh (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (412) 232-8111. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Pittsburgh?
Medicare lists 51 certified agencies whose service area includes Pittsburgh ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Jewish Association Of Aging (4.5 of 5), Medi Home Health Agency Inc (4.5 of 5), Vainshtein Nursing Corporation (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Pittsburgh?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,778 monthly median income of Pittsburgh households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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
- Post-Surgery Care in Mount Oliver, PA
- Post-Surgery Care in Millvale, PA
- Post-Surgery Care in Etna, PA
- Post-Surgery Care in Homestead, PA
- Post-Surgery Care in Baldwin, PA
- Post-Surgery Care in Green Tree, PA
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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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