Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in South Miami, FL
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 South Miami for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in South Miami, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is South Miami Hospital in Miami, about 0.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Larkin Community Hospital (0.5 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 120 certified home health agencies whose service area includes South Miami. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
South Miami compared with Miami-Dade County and Florida
| Census figure | South Miami | Miami-Dade County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 22% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 21% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,028 | $41,151 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Miami
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenvar Heights, FL | 1.3 mi | 3,818 | 26% |
| Coral Terrace, FL | 2.7 mi | 5,519 | 34% |
| Coral Gables, FL | 2.7 mi | 9,411 | 22% |
| Olympia Heights, FL | 3.0 mi | 2,501 | 38% |
| Pinecrest, FL | 3.1 mi | 3,223 | 18% |
| West Miami, FL | 3.4 mi | 1,240 | 42% |
Hospitals near South Miami
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Miami Hospital | Miami, FL | 0.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (786) 662-4000 |
| Larkin Community Hospital | South Miami, FL | 0.5 mi | 1 of 5 | (305) 284-7500 |
| Doctors Hospital | Coral Gables, FL | 1.6 mi | 5 of 5 | (786) 308-3000 |
| Keralty Hospital | Miami, FL | 2.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (305) 263-9270 |
Home health agencies serving South Miami
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Care Plus Inc | Doral, FL | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (305) 266-7142 |
| Hcbc Of Miami Inc | Doral, FL | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (786) 360-4907 |
| Boris Home Health Care Inc | Miami, FL | 5.4 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (305) 209-8847 |
| Home Preferred Solution Corp | Miami, FL | 5.4 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (305) 448-0069 |
| High Standard Health Services Inc | Miami, FL | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (305) 271-6770 |
| Asa Home Care Inc | Miami, FL | 5.6 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Miami. 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 South Miami
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,086 monthly median income of South Miami households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 South Miami: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to South Miami?
South Miami Hospital in Miami, about 0.5 mi in a straight line from the center of South Miami (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (786) 662-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve South Miami?
Medicare lists 120 certified agencies whose service area includes South Miami ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Home Care Plus Inc (5 of 5), Hcbc Of Miami Inc (5 of 5), Boris Home Health Care Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in South Miami?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,086 monthly median income of South Miami households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Pinecrest, FL
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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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